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Honoring craft traditions with creativity and innovation
From the awe-inspiring ruins of Machu Picchu, the splendor of the jewels of Sipan, to the enigmatic Nazca lines, contemporary Peruvian artists have an immensely rich cultural heritage from which to draw inspiration. For thousands of years Peruvians have been perfecting the art of weaving, carving, knitting, pottery, and jewelry making, and their contemporary crafts reflect their talents. Lucuma Designs is proud to help preserve craft techniques that have stood the test of time, and that have been passed down from generation to generation."Since I was little, I had a passion for exploring the colorful and vibrant craft markets of Peru where there was always something new to discover. For over 20 years now, I have been honored to work side by side with top Peruvian artists co-creating handmade collections that honor their traditions. It feels good to give something back to my country and share its beauty with the world." Alessandra Bravo, Co-Founder.
Gourds Tradition
Making Technique
Andean master carvers travel to the gourd fields on the Peruvian northern coast to ensure and inspect the quality of the raw materials.
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Storytelling Tradition
In the Andean mountains of Peru, in a tiny village of 50 families, fine gourd carving has been practiced for generations.
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Birdhouses
Long ago, Native Americans recognized the benefits of bringing purple martin colonies to their villages and so they would hang.
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Knitting Tradition
In Organic Cotton
On the shores of Lake Titicaca, on the frigid Andean mountain plateau at 12,500 feet above sea level, everyone is a master knitter. This mostly Aymara community has a long history of fine textile making as their ancestors have been doing it for thousands of year
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In Alpaca Wools
On the shores of Lake Titicaca, on the frigid Andean mountain plateau at 12,500 feet above sea level, everyone is a master knitter. This mostly Aymara community has a long history of fine textile making as their ancestors have been doing it for thousands of year
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Ornament Knitters
On the shores of Lake Titicaca, on the frigid Andean mountain plateau at 12,500 feet above sea level, everyone is a master knitter. This mostly Aymara community has a long history of fine textile making as their ancestors have been doing it for thousands of year
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Arpillera Tradition
3D Arpillera Art Quilt
The Peruvian Arpillera folk art tradition began in the 1970's when social upheaval in Peru pushed entire Andean communities to migrate to the city in search for a better life.
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Ceramic Artists
Little Creatures Created with Clay
Unique gifts for lovers of small parts. Cute and colorful ceramic characters handmade in Peru. Comes in its own reusable gift box ready to give away.
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Nativity Artists
Beautiful Sculptures with Chirstmas Theme
Traditional folk art pieces have been hand-sculpted by master ceramist Magno Huasaca. Through his work, he honors the rich ceramic heritage from Ayacucho.
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