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Please Be Seated

April 20, 2010

If tables are so highly prized in Mexico, then it goes without saying that chairs are of equal value. After all, the two complement one another more than tequila and lime. But the desire to relax, sit back and enjoy the surroundings cannot fall on just one style or design. SoMore…

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Carving Out A Tradition

A Brief History of Oaxacan Woodcarving

April 12, 2010

Two hundred miles south of Mexico City sits a cluster of villages in the state of Oaxaca where an uncommon phenomenon is taking place. A whimsical variety of hand carved, brightly colored wooden figures have single-handedly transformed the way of life and brought fame to anMore…

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In recent years, the phenomenon known as Oaxacan woodcarving has captivated the global folk art community and stimulated an impoverished region of Mexico. With delicate lines and elaborate coloring, these playfulMore…

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The Versatile Table

November 19, 2009

Tables are the most widely used furniture item in all of Mexico. They are the heart of the home, where meals are enjoyed and holidays celebrated. They are the workspace at the artisan's shop and the center of transactions in the local marketplace. The versatility of the humbleMore…

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Storage Furniture in Colonial Mexico

November 5, 2009

The people of Mexico have traditionally held home storage in high regard. Storage units, after all, are essential to the organization and maintenance of a tidy living space. But reliance on storage was perhaps never more vital than during Mexico's colonial period. As the SpanishMore…

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Mexican Décor

October 30, 2009

You don't have to be from Mexico to love Mexican décor. It doesn't hurt...but it's not a requirement. In fact, you don't even need to live in Texas or the Southwest to enjoy the rustic look of a culture rich in both history and craftsmanship. Mexican décor is aboutMore…

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Origins of Colonial Mexican Furniture

October 21, 2009

The relationship between Spain and Mexico can be identified in nearly every aspect of Mexican culture. Perhaps it's best recognized through language and religion; however, handmade Mexican furniture representsMore…

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A Brief History of Mexican Talavera

September 24, 2009

Handmade pottery and fine ceramics are trademarks of Mexican craftsmanship, but no style is more sought after than the renowned Talavera. Named after the Spanish city of Talavera de la Reina, this uniquely MexicanMore…

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Day of the Dead in Mexico

September 15, 2009

If you've ever spent time in Mexico, it may seem as though the people of this vibrant country celebrate every aspect of life, yet the celebration that stands above them all is one shrouded in death. To a foreigner, this may conjure up images of ghoulish spirits or resurrectedMore…

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The Allure of Mexican Talavera

September 9, 2009

The world of interior design knows Talavera pottery as an ornate style of ceramics produced solely in Mexico by proud local artisans. These vibrantly colored, handcrafted works of art have been fashioned inMore…

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