mayan art

Relax in this attractive and durable nylon hand crafted hammock striped in bright blue, yellow, red and green. This single-sized hammock is presented by the Maya Artists of the Yucatan of Mexico, who say about their work: "We seek to preserve time-honoured customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Mayan hammock. For us, the hammock is a work of art.“

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in colour from those shown in the images.

The splendor of the Silk Road and Uzbekistan shines with elegance and glamour in a sublime creation by Maya. The artisan uses faux silk yarns to handweave this splendid area rug, whose warm hues are gracefully arranged in a classic pattern. The piece is also accented with fringes for a glorious look.

This red, blue and white hammock is certain to inspire those with a patriotic heart from several different countries. Woven by hand, this nylon hammock comes from Maya Artists of the Yucatán who create it in the same way they have for centuries.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

Woven by hand in cheerful colours, this hammock invites a siesta. Maya Artists of the Yucatán create it in the same way they have for centuries, finishing the ends with strong loops for hanging.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honoured customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in colour from those shown in the images.

Please note: For best results, store indoors when not in use. colours may bleed when wet.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight colour variations from hammock to hammock.

This red, white and blue hammock is certain to inspire those with a patriotic heart. Woven by hand, the nylon rope hammock comes from Maya Artists of the Yucatán, who create it in the same way they have for centuries.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

Red and rose mingle with yellow, blue and fuchsia in this dazzling jewellery set. Debora and Marco work in shimmering dichroic art glass, creating truncated pyramids reminiscent of Mexico's Mayan monuments. They grace a pair of dangle earrings and a necklace of stainless steel strands.

Each jewellery set is meticulously crafted by hand, thus no two will ever be exactly identical in colour and pattern. Due to the nature of the procedure, subtle cracks may appear during the cooling process.

To make this cute set of three macaw-shaped figurines, Jose Arriola works ceramic at high temperatures on wood and charcoal-fueled grills, a method used in his native Guatemala since the ancient times of the Mayans. This colourful hand-painted macaw family is perfect for home decoration and will bring a playful touch to any interior.

Whether with friends or family, this set of three hacky sacks will fill your free time with fun. Handcrafted by the Maya Artists Group in Guatemala, each item comes with a crocheted design in emerald and red tones, all made from cotton. The plastic pellet filling allows them to have the perfect weight and shape for a challenging match.

Women of the Guatemalan textile arts cooperativeK’amolon K’i K’ojonel (meaning “let’s get together”)collaborate on this elegant shawl. From the women whodye the bamboo rayon fibers, to those who spin theminto silky threads, to those who weave it on a backstrap loom, each step is done by hand at home. 100% rayon from bamboo.