string hammock

Preserving a legacy of centuries, the Maya Artists of the Yucatan craft this beautiful hammock. The generously-sized double hammock is made by hand from ivory cotton and features long, luxurious fringe on both sides.

The Maya Artists of the Yucatan carry on the ancient tradition of sleeping in hammocks, diligently hand-weaving this comfortable double hammock from nylon yarns in colors of black and natural that form stripes. For the ancient Maya, the hammock was compared to a mother's loving embrace, reflected in the loving care the artisans pour into this handcrafted accessory.

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

Mirna Hernandez develops the traditional shape of a hammock into an inviting. Woven of sturdy cotton and finished by hand, the cozy swing evokes the sands of Montelimar beach. It is suspended from brass rings and a guacimo wood rod, and finished with hand-crocheted trim.

Evoking the lush beauty of Nicaraguan forests, this single hammock swing is designed and crafted by Mirna Hernandez. She works with cotton rope, diligently weaving this hammock swing by hand to feature zigzagging stripes of forest green and eggshell. This swing is suspended from a guacimo wood stretcher bar and is accented with tassels and wood beads. A handy cotton storage bag arrives with this hammock swing.

This comfortable hammock in black and ivory is destined to enhance your treasured moments of sweet relaxation. Skilled Maya Artists of the Yucatan hand-weave this hammock using the same techniques as their Maya ancestors.

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.