Hand-carved wooden relief depicting Peruvian Andean Village Scene

This is a mid-20th century hand-carved and painted wooden relief depicting a traditional Andean village scene with Machu Picchu or similar Incan ruins in the background. The piece features detailed carving with multiple figures in traditional dress, thatched-roof buildings, and the distinctive mountain landscape of the Peruvian Andes.

Such decorative reliefs became popular tourist souvenirs from Peru in the 1950s-1970s, reflecting the growing international interest in Peruvian culture and Incan heritage. These handcrafted items are valued by collectors of folk art and South American crafts for their cultural representation and detailed craftsmanship that captures the indigenous lifestyle and iconic landscapes of Peru.