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Otomi Embroidery Long Vertical Piece

$ 92.4

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Provenance: Purchased Directly from Artisan in Mexican Village
  • Condition: New
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    Purchased Directly from the Embroiderers of a Northern Sierra Village
    Otomi Embroidery
    Long Vertical Multicolored Pattern
    Animals and Tree Design  on Cotton Muslin
    6 ‘ x  1’ 6″
    (16″ x 75″)   5.00
    The artistry of the Otomi women is expressed in their vibrantly colored embroidery called tenangos.  The work, with its intricate and elaborate stitches dates as far back as the Aztec Meso American era.  Believed to originate from prehistoric wall paintings,  these pieces with their floral and anim
    Otomi Embroidery-al motifs symbolize man living in harmony with the natural world.
    Today, tenangos, with their primitive yet sophisticated designs, are sought by discerning collectors and designers.  Of note, Hermes, the fashion design house used Otomi designs in a line of upscale silk scarves and handkerchiefs.