Maya Artists of the Yucatan hand-weave glistening bronze hues into a handsome hammock. Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.
Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.
It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.
NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.
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Beautiful color and so much strength easily hold two grown adults!
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I love setting this up and wrapping myself inside on a cool summer evening. The craftsmanship is amazing! I was quite pleased by the intricacies and attention to detail. It is soft and amazingly versatile to lay in. I am 6 2 and have no problem laying in it any way I choose. It comes with ropes to tie to trees and hooks to attach the hammock with. I leave the ropes in the trees and remove the hammock when Im not using it because the wind where I live is strong and I found that it can get tangled if left to the weather. Best to take care of prized possessions like this that were made with love. I can feel the spirit of the artists who made it. It is the most peaceful and comfortable hammock Ive ever used. I highly recommend to anyone who thinks they might use something like this.
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This hammock is as beautiful as the photos. It has been on my dream board for many years but it was only recently that I was able to afford it and also clear a space on my balcony for a hammock stand (from Walmart). I face west and the golden bronze colour is particularly luminous at sunset. It is a dream come true! The double size creates a privacy screen from my neighbours when I lie diagonally as I live in the city. It arrived within 3 days from Mexico, including going through Customs!!! I had been having a challenging day and when I opened the eco packaging and saw the beautiful hammock and the thoughtful hand-written thank you card, tears of joy starting streaming down my face. I am grateful that I was able to support an artisan and their community. I love my hammock and the comfort and joy it gives me in the loving embrace of a mother. It increases my living space so that I can truly enjoy my summer stay-cation during COVID. Thank you to the artisan, Paulina, and NOVICA!
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I bought this item as a gift for my sister, who has a beautiful garden. She loved it. Now she can relax outside with a book, or take a nap !
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This is a gorgeous, comfortable, well-made and - did I already say beautiful? - hammock!!!
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Hammocks are wonderful for almost any occation. For the very old and young, the active and those at rest. I use mine for camping, my mom uses hers for reading, and keeping her grand daughter occupied. Wonderfully made. Thank you.
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