modern tapestry

Exploring a combination between geometric forms and asymmetric design, Peruvian artisan Cerapio Vallejo elaborates this table runner with eye-catching motifs in colors that evoke the beauty of the sunset. He hand-weaves the runner of wool and cotton blend yarns, diligently incorporating myriad colors. Finished with stripes and decorative tassels at each end, this table runner makes a beautiful addition to any home.

Geometric formations add a modern touch to the traditional Andean style, creating a sophisticated home accent by the talented artisan Zosimo Laura. Proud of his heritage, Zosimo works on a loom to create this wool tapestry depicting three women in typical Andean garments whose vibrant colors imitate the region's natural richness. Directly from Peru, the artwork also features braided tassels representing the women's hair, allowing for a unique illusion.

Chola is a term referring to indigenous and mestizo women from the Andes that now applies to all who wear the traditional costumes established during the initial process of mestizaje (mixing of cultures) in the current Andean region. Peru’s Gerardo Fernandez creates a breathtaking Ayacucho tapestry expertly handwoven from wool depicting three cholas in abstract style. “The women are wearing typical hats and colorful skirts. Each figure is carefully detailed, capturing the richness of the textiles and the bright hues that characterize their attire,” says Fernandez. The eco-friendly tapestry is colored with natural dyes obtained from organic sources like cochineal and tree leaves, bark, roots and fruits.