Porfirio Gutierrez's lovely handbag design depicts a red and yellow starburst on a rich blue sky. The Oaxacan textile artist weaves the fabric by hand on a Zapotec loom using wool colored with organic dyes. The roomy zipper tote is fully lined with two inner pockets and features brown leather straps.
"I create color from natural materials. My dyes and my weavings are respected and I am famous for them — they have made me an ambassador for the Zapotec community. Through my art, I share my passion, my legacy and my culture with the world."
Porfirio Gutiérrez has dedicated his life to revitalizing traditional Zapotec dye techniques through masterful and innovative textiles. He has been... read more