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.

Peruvian master artisan Eliazar Ochoa depicts the ancient Inca worldview through a handloom wool tapestry honoring the customs and science of the empire. Geometric figures and warm hues form this sublime artwork, representing the Inca's calendar with diverse patterns. Said calendar, similar to the modern one, consisted of twelve months of 30 days arranged in three long weeks, all based on the movement of the sun and moon, which also allowed them to plan their religious ceremonies and duties.

A flourishing tree offers a peaceful home to the diverse birds flying and resting around Eliazar Ochoa's newest creation. Motivated by his love for nature and culture, the artisan depicts this enchanting scene in the traditional Andean style, choosing a palette of blue, red, turquoise and brown hues that create a captivating look. The tapestry is also handloomed from wool, using advanced techniques that make the piece a great model of Peru's high-quality textiles.

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.