peruvian weavings

Tapestries and textiles in the Andes are as important today as they were 3,000 years ago, created for diverse purposes between daily life and godly ceremonies. Inspired by the culture he inherited from his ancestors, artisan Javier Landa continues the weaving traditions practiced for millennia in what is today Peru, blending imagery between the indigenous world of the Inca with the colonial legacy of the Spanish, and the religion they brought to the region centuries prior.

Learning traditional weaving from his father as a child, Javier Landa started with a foundation in Ayacucho influence, which compelled him to dedicate his adult life and career to mastering the art of weaving, learning increasingly complex methods as he worked in diverse workshops across Peru until he developed his own artistic license and style, as shown in the Inca Cross. This tapestry is entirely hand woven, with each thread being developed and combined on the two pedal loom, delivering stunning textures and banding gradients.

Titled "Cruz del Inca" in Spanish

Abstract shades of red, orange, and pink dance and weave across the canvas in this oil painting. Peruvian artist Carlos Lopez Avila transmits the visions of his soul to the viewer, painting with broad, textured strokes that reflect his emotions. He paints this piece with inspiration from the people of Huancabamba, a rural province of Eastern Peru.

Titled "Vuelo de Ave Huancabamba" in Spanish.

Abstract shades of grey and red dance and weave across the canvas in this oil painting. Peruvian artist Carlos Lopez Avila transmits the visions of his soul to the viewer, painting with broad, textured strokes that reflect his emotions. He paints this piece with inspiration from the Tallán people, an ancient Latin American people that lived their lives by the sea.

Inspired by the beauty of the Northern Lights, Peruvian artist Vania Gonzalez Tello paints an exciting diptych painting. Colors of red, blue, and yellow bend and weave over the two square paintings. Vania works in the expressionist style to capture the natural phenomenon, resulting in an elegant, abstract composition. She uses her technique to deconstruct the visual image of the Northern Lights, recreating the emotion felt while viewing them. This diptych brings a celebration of nature to any home.

Titled Aurora Boreal in Spanish.

Abstract crab and fish motifs are hand-woven from a wool and cotton blend to craft this extraordinary area rug that features lovely fringes on the ends. Peruvian artisan Zosimo Laura designs the colorful rug that will look stunning anywhere you choose to display it at home.