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The sun shines brightly on an Andean fiesta. Known as Yunsa or Tumbamonte, this celebration usually takes place during carnival time. A tree is festooned with balloons, streamers and presents, and partygoers dance around the tree. Each one chops at the trunk with a hatchet until it falls, then everyone seizes the goodies from the branches.
María Uyauri creates the scene in intricate arpillera – embroidered appliqués of fabric cutouts hand-stitched to a background of cotton. Crafted in three dimensions, each figure is lavishly embroidered. A display rod can slip through an opening at the top of the wall hanging.
You can find our applique wall hanging 'Festival' by Maria Uyauri in wall decor categories such as Folk Art Wall Hangings and Cotton Wall Hangings. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Confronting Adversity
This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.
Microcredit Financing
Maria Uyauri has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $800 and the most recent for $1250. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of larger amounts of fabrics to keep in stock throughout the year for continuous production.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Empowering Women
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
"I live to create. I love to play with the fabrics and colors and I'm always looking for new themes and ideas."
"Hello. I'm María Uyauri Celis and I was born in Lima. When I got married, I found I needed to be able to do something outside the house. One day... read more