Birds of Paradise
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Birds of Paradise
Sale $35.66
Reg. $41.95 Item Number: BRK570
Description
Papel Amate, or handmade bark paper, is an art form of ancient Mesoamerica that still exists today. Otomi artisans in the Mexican state of Puebla craft the paper from mulberry or fig tree bark, then sell or trade the homemade paper to other indigenous groups for decoration.
Most of our Traditional bark paintings are by Luis Cabrera Ortiz. Luis is a Nahua from the village of San Augustin Oapan, in the Rio Balsas river valley of Guerrero. LuisMore… |
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The modern technique of making traditional bark paper, or Papel Amate, is an art form with clear pre-Hispanic origins. Five hundred years ago in historic Mesoamerica, the handmade paper was originally considered a specialty of the village shaman and used only for special rituals. Today, authentic Papel Amate is still made by indigenous Otomi communities in the Sierra de Puebla mountains northeast of Mexico City. A variety of different tree barks are used, most commonly fig and mulberry tree bark. The process begins by boiling the bark mixture for 3-4 hours in salted water. Afterwards, the softened bark is rinsed and placed on a large stone tool called a Metlatl. The Metlatl is used to smash, intertwine and extend the fibers to the desired thickness and dimension. The final step is leaving the flattened fiber sheets in the sun to dry.
Helpful Information
- Due to the handmade nature of indigenous folk art, colors will vary.
Customer Reviews
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| by Anna B.; San Francisco, CA on December 30, 2020 |
I recently purchased several Huichol beaded egg shaped ornaments as Christmas gifts. They were all quite lovely but I liked some of the designs better than others. I really would have preferred to select the eggs individually as I wanted to fit the eggs to the recipient's tastes.Overall I was very pleased with the eggs as well as the bark painting I purchased. My order was well packed and arrived in a timely manner.
| by Dawn B.; Clifton Park, NY on February 3, 2019 |
very satisfied
| by Liliane V.; SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL on July 7, 2018 |
Very satisfied with my order and delivery promptness. I will consider buying again from this website.
| by Georgene B.; Des Peres, MO on April 15, 2017 |
I bought 2 large talavera pots to put on my front porch. They are stunning and all my neighbors have complimented me on them. There were no chips or damage in shipping.Thanks😄
| by Barbara H.; Long Beach, CA on January 13, 2017 |
I loved the service and the product. Was 100% satisfied. Will use site again. Thank you