art tapestry

Silhouetted against the chill blue sky, autumn trees recall summer's bounty, while releasing dried foliage to the earth. Master weaver Luis León creates this colorful image the Northern Peruvian countryside with this evocative handwoven tapestry.

Titled "Otoño en el Norte" in Spanish.

Birds sing together as they flock to the spreading branches of a tree. "This is the Tree of Happiness," says master weaver Cerapio Vallejo. "It signifies the reign of peace and love in your home." A dark brown border frames this stunning tapestry, hand-woven of virgin wool.

Titled "Tierra de aves" in Spanish.

Evoking a set of steps that lead to the top of an Andean temple, this geometric tapestry is designed by Peruvian artisan Luis Leon. He works on a traditional San Pedro loom, hand-weaving brown and white wool yarns against a cotton warp using a technique known as llenado. Fringes with an ombre design complete the tapestry at the bottom.

Wrap yourself in warmth and comfort with this eye-catching throw blanket, the perfect companion for an afternoon relaxing on the couch or a well-deserved siesta. Bursting with life, its bold stripes and intricate motifs in spicy rust and crisp white dance across a soothing tan canvas. Woven with care on a traditional pedal loom, artisan W. Rojas Yuri’s plush alpaca blend creation is more than just a cozy accessory—it's a vibrant piece of art that brings the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture right into your home.

A breathtaking representation of the Armenian Goddess of Fertility is depicted in this exquisite handcrafted and hand-painted ceramic plaque created by Shahe Harutyunyan. The goddess is dressed in an elegant, flowing gown adorned with intricate motifs that reflect the rich tapestry of local culture. At the heart of her attire lies the emblem of fertility, a symbol of life's boundless abundance. Her mesmerizing eyes, reminiscent of the vibrant turquoise stone, are accentuated by striking jewelry. A crown gracefully adorns her head while a delicate veil cascades, adding an air of mystery and enchantment. This plaque that comes with a jute cord for hanging is not only a visual feast but also a meaningful piece of cultural significance.

By Peruvian artisan Luis Leon, this tapestry combines traditional Inca motifs with Hindu and Buddhist mandala designs for a mesmerizing addition to your home decor. Luis works on a traditional telar de pedal, or floor loom to hand-weave the tapestry of wool. It displays intricate motifs and concentric patterns that evoke the ancient Inca.

This stunning backpack is from Kathiana Quispe in Peru, who follows in her father's footsteps in the art of tooled leather. The bag is hand crafted with a combination of dark brown hand-tooled leather and soft scarlet suede. A medallion at the center showcases a piece of hand woven Andean wool tapestry. The shoulder straps feature a center zipper, so that the bag can also be slung over one shoulder if desired. The fully-lined interior features a zipper pocket for small items; the bag is secured by a magnetic snap.

Using skills handed down from her father, Peru's Kathiana Quispe hand-tools this beautiful leather backpack with Andean motifs. The brown leather is combined with black suede and accented with a segment of handwoven wool tapestry. The shoulder straps feature a center zipper, so that the bag can also be slung over one shoulder if desired. The fully-lined interior features a zipper pocket for small items; the bag is secured by a magnetic snap.