Artisans of Peru
Wool tapestry, 'Warriors'
Brave warriors of time appear as if in a dream, proud to guard Peru's Inca heritage. "In times of the Inca Empire, the warriors protected the mountains where the gods resided. They were admired members of society, " explains Teodolo Ulloa.
Wool tapestry, 'Cantuta Flower'
Exotic and dazzling, the cantuta flower blossoms in a field of jade green. Cantutas grow on the Andean hills and they are regarded as symbols of Peru.
Applique Christmas wall hanging, 'Adoring Jesus'
This Christmas tree radiates the warmth and joy of the festive season. Crafted by hand by Lucila Emiliana Pedregal, the wall hanging is a magnificent example of Peru's famed arpilleria ("patchwork") tradition.
Ceramic vases, 'Peru's Heart' (set of 7)
Lulli Luca pays tribute to Peru's cultural traditions with a fascinating set of seven ceramic miniature vases. Each one bears a hand-painted image in bright colors, including fruits, cats, corn, a detailed village scene and the attire of a choclo.
Applique wall hanging, 'City Market'
Itinerant vendors line the street in front of shops specializing in clothing, fabrics, wool and flowers. "This is a city market, " Mar�a Uyauri says. "This is a daily reality in Peru.
Ceramic and jute mask, 'Chimu Couple' (pair)
Eugenio Balcazar takes his inspiration from the Chimu culture, which flourished in northern Peru from 1400 to 1700 AD. Known for their distinctive pottery, the Chimu developed Peru's largest and most important political system until the rise of the Inca.