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Fiesta Scene

Item Number: BRK560

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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. Luis and his family have been painting scenes of traditional village life on handmade amate paper for three generations.

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Fiesta Scene Bark Painting
Fiesta Scene Bark Painting
16"W x 23 1/2"H
Item #: BRK560
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Materials

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.

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2020-09-28 16:09:00 Everything is perfect and so Beautiful, didn\'t take too long to ship either thank you! 5
  by Diana G.; AUSTIN, TX on September 28, 2020
Everything is perfect and so Beautiful, didn't take too long to ship either thank you!
2017-05-09 21:10:00 The tile I received was packed perfectly. 5
  by Tamara S.; Adrian, MI on May 9, 2017
The tile I received was packed perfectly. There were very few tiles that were chipped. It is installed and looks beautiful. I also purchased a bark painting. I love it!
2016-10-22 22:57:00 Exceptional quality in items every time I purchase. 5
  by Kelley B.; Livermore, CA on October 22, 2016
Exceptional quality in items every time I purchase. Authentic, beautifully crafted tiles, pottery. Perfect
2015-07-01 18:07:00 I ordered 3 bark pictures and just love them, the colors are perfect. 5
  by Kathy P.; Wimauma, FL on July 1, 2015
I ordered 3 bark pictures and just love them, the colors are perfect. They are a little delicate, one had a small tear but it will be hidden by the frame so it's not a problem. I also ordered an entertainment center and am really pleased with it. It was delivered very quickly and on time, the delivery service man was very pleasant and courteous. I definitely will be shopping with you again. Couldn't be any happier.

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