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Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Hand-loomed textiles in Central America
"I began weaving my own designs and I realised I really love what I do – weaving soothes me and brings me much peace."
'My name is Mayra Leticia Hernández López. I was born on July 12, 1983, and I create textiles on a backstrap loom. "I was born into a family of six children. When I was a little girl, my mother earned... read more
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Robert 03/29/2021
Mayan Beauty
Cecelia 03/13/2021
Gorgeous table runner
6 items by Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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Sacred Quetzal
Handwoven Guatemalan Cotton Table Runner with Quetzal Birds
Sacred Quetzal, Handwoven Guatemalan Cotton Table Runner with Quetzal Birds
Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Woven by hand on a backstrap loom, this striking cotton table runner depicts the quetzal, Guatemala's emblematic bird. Its splendid plumage was prized by the ancient Maya, and the shy bird can still... read more$203.99CAD$183.31CADArtist: Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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Maya Maize God
Cotton table runner
Maya Maize God, Cotton table runner
Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Yum Kaax, the Maya god of maize, holds a living corn plant in this vibrant table runner. The golden grain is still a staple food in Guatemala. Mayra Leticia Hernandez shares her textile expertise and... read more$244.99CAD$220.43CADArtist: Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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White Nun Orchid
Cotton table runner
White Nun Orchid, Cotton table runner
Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Woven by hand on a backstrap loom, this elegant table runner depicts the white nun orchid, Guatemala's national flower. The very rare and endangered blossom is found in the Verapaz district. Mayra... read more$219.99CAD$197.23CADArtist: Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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Ruby Quetzal
Guatemalan Handwoven Bird Table Runner
Ruby Quetzal, Guatemalan Handwoven Bird Table Runner
Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Woven by hand on a backstrap loom, this elegant table runner depicts the quetzal, Guatemala's emblematic bird. Its splendid plumage was prized by the ancient Maya, and the shy bird can still be... read more$225.99CAD$203.03CADArtist: Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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Yellow Quetzal
Handwoven Cotton Bird Table Runner
Yellow Quetzal, Handwoven Cotton Bird Table Runner
Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Woven by hand on a backstrap loom, this elegant table runner depicts the quetzal, Guatemala's emblematic bird. Its splendid plumage was prized by the ancient Maya, and the shy bird can still be... read more$232.99CAD$208.83CADArtist: Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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Colorful Quetzal
Central American Handwoven Cotton Table Runner
Colorful Quetzal, Central American Handwoven Cotton Table Runner
Mayra Leticia Hernandez
Woven by hand on a backstrap loom, this elegant table runner depicts the quetzal, Guatemala's emblematic bird. Its splendid plumage was prized by the ancient Maya, and the shy bird can still be... read more$180.99CAD$162.42CADArtist: Mayra Leticia Hernandez
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Robert
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03/29/2021
"Mayan Beauty"
This is a magnificent tapestry of Yum Kaax. Arrived quickly and in perfect condition.
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Cecelia
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03/13/2021
"Gorgeous table runner"
I have this covering a lateral bookcase in my office. It is so pretty and I miss being able to go see it since Ive been working from home for the past year. The picture just does not do the colors justice.
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Colorful Quetzal, Central American Handwoven Cotton Table Runner
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Justine
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02/09/2021
"Beautiful"
My mom loves this - it was a gift.
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Blue Quetzal, Hand Woven Cotton Bird Table Runner
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- This was a gift for: Mother
- Occasion: 'just because'
Flora
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10/12/2020
"This is a cherished heirloom!"
It is very well made, fine product. I gave it to my daughter in law and she loved it!!
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- Use as table runner or wall hanging artistic piece
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JANET
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09/15/2020
"Beautiful!"
This piece is so beautiful, I used it as a wall hanging decoration. It is amazing.
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Sunset Quetzal, Hand Woven Animal Themed Cotton Table Runner
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Teresa
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05/21/2020
"So colorful"
Beautiful - better than pictured, very well made
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- Daily
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Blue Quetzal, Hand Woven Cotton Bird Table Runner
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