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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.
You can find our zapotec wool tote bag 'Sun of Life' by Mario Chavez in categories such as Zapotec Handbags, Wool Handbags and Shoulder Bags Handbags. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Microcredit Financing
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.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
"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