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Wool shoulder bag, "Sunbeams"

Name: Wool shoulder bag, 'Sunbeams'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 450800
Price: 124.26 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (51 reviews)

Product ID: 450800

by Alberto Ruiz (51)

Sunlight streaks across deep burgundy textures, interpreted in virgin wool. Working on the handloom, Alberto Ruiz García creates the fabric that... more

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Sunlight streaks across deep burgundy textures, interpreted in virgin wool. Working on the handloom, Alberto Ruiz García creates the fabric that becomes a versatile shoulder bag, or morral. In Mexico, these totes are used by men and women.

Because each bag is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 2 inches (5 cm).

0.31 kgs
0.7 lbs

Metric

US/Imperial

100% wool
All natural dyes
Dry clean or hand wash
Hang dry
Wash in cold water
Made in Mexico
Ships fast from USA
Product ID: 450800

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Alberto Ruiz

Traditional handwoven Zapotec rugs and accessories

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Colin

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Oct 11, 2024

“Zapotec rug”

Well woven rug has been gracing our floor for years now and has held up great! No fading nor fraying.

Purchased Item Blue Sun, Handcrafted Geometric Wool Area Rug (2x3.5)

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Jon

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Mar 21, 2022

“A thing of beauty”

The colors, the design, the quality of workmanship, —exceptional.

Purchased Item Red Maguey, Zapotec Wool Rug 4 X 6 Woven by Hand in Mexico

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Eileen

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Feb 25, 2022

“Gorgeous and vibrant.”

A piece of art for the floor.

Purchased Item Color Fiesta, Handmade Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5)

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Microcredit Financing

Alberto Ruiz has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2900 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to invest in wool and also be able to offer work to his artisan friends and neighbors.

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This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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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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Meet the Artist

Alberto Ruiz Traditional handwoven Zapotec rugs and accessories

(51)

"I especially like diamond motifs, as they represent a kind of maguey coat of arms seen at Monte Albán. They exemplify my Zapotec heritage."

"Hola! My name is Alberto Ruiz García and I'm from a town in Oaxaca dedicated to weaving. I am the fourth generation of my family to practise... read more