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Zapotec wool tote bag, "Sun of Life"

Product ID: 169204

Mario Chavez by Mario Chavez (36)
Inspired by the rich textile legacy of his homeland, Mario Chávez designs a versatile tote for today's fashions. He weaves it with wool previously... more

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Inspired by the rich textile legacy of his homeland, Mario Chávez designs a versatile tote for today's fashions. He weaves it with wool previously dyed with natural pigments, replicating traditional Zapotec patterns on the hand loom. The bag's lined interior features a pocket. The bag travels on sleek leather handles.

The use of natural dyes may cause slight variations in hue. This hand crafted item may vary slightly in size.

  • 0.38 kgs
  • 0.8 lbs
  • Bag: 30 cm L x 40 cm W
  • Bag: 11.75" L x 15.75" W
  • Handle(s): 59 cm L x 1.5 cm W
  • Handle(s): 23" L x 0.6" W

  • 100% wool, natural dyes and leather handles. Polyester lining
  • Features a zipper closure
  • Size may vary slightly
  • Color(s) may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 169204
Mario Chavez
Mario Chavez

Mexico

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Mario Chavez has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $1900. Proceeds were used to increase the physical space of his workshop and hire additional weavers from his community, and also to purchase new looms and raw materials.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Mario Chavez

Mario Chavez Handwoven Zapotec rugs and handbags

(36)

"One day I looked around and I could see we were surrounded by art, but people didn't value it enough and poverty was settling into our community."

Latest Update"In 2002, I began to export my handwoven designs with the your help. I always wanted to strengthen the Zapotec culture that I was... read more

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