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Wool tapestry 'Llama Village' (Peru) $109.95 Tall llamas tread single file down a village lane, driven by their patient herdsman. Populated by whitewashed homes, the hamlet is nestled in the shadow of the mighty Andes mountains. Working on the handloom, the Cirdenas Brothers weave an enchanting more... Wool tapestry, 'A Walk through Huancayo' (Peru) $339.95 Herding llamas, a woman strides through a town in Huancayo where whitewashed homes line the narrow lane. Merchants sit by the roadside offering baskets of flowers for sale. Beneath a blue-gray sky with billowing clouds, the snowcapped Andes rise heav more... Wool tapestry, 'Abundance' (Peru) $269.95 "In the past, when the Inca depended on fishing, there was a sense of abundance. Nowadays, that sense doesn't exist anymore," observes Rail Ulloa Baylon. He transforms his art into a powerful social message featuring abstract imagery inspired by Inca more... Wool tapestry, 'Alpaca Journey' (Peru) $149.95 Coming round a bend, a shepherdess and her alpaca make their home. Shadows begin to cover the street of San Pedro de las Cajas (Huancayo) in this admirable wall hanging by Francisco Huaynate Paucar. He works on a traditional loom, expertly achieving more... Wool tapestry, 'Andean Fountain' (Peru) $272.95 Colorful rows of houses seem to flow into every recess of this highland valley, skillfully depicted by the Cirdenas Brothers. The rich texture of this tapestry provides a wonderful sense of depth, as the eye wanders from the central plaza to the impr more... Wool tapestry, 'Andean Tears' (Peru) $317.95 Strong diagonal line echoes the rugged mountains ranges that stretch toward infinity. In the foreground, people and houses mingle with fragmented fields and pre-Hispanic motifs. "In this tapestry, I depict many of my own feelings," Raul Ulloa Baylin more... Wool tapestry, 'Arum Lilies Bouquet' (Peru) $289.95 With petals the color of pearls and leaves the color of emeralds, arum lilies make a bouquet of precious beauty. Underscored by lapis and sapphire blue, the tapestry is a rich medley of natural and artificial dyes. Walter Paucar Velarde weaves this m more... Wool tapestry, 'Bridge of Entry' (Peru) $187.95 A small village is hedged by the sharp peaks of the Andes mountains. The sleepy town is even more isolated from outside contact by its solitary bridge of entry. Farmers and herders trek across the narrow bridge daily, heading to work in the fields or more... Wool tapestry, 'Bullfight in Cuzco' (Peru) $204.95 Spectators gather around the plaza where the tradition and color of the corrida de toros - running of the bulls - is played out in vivid drama. This traditional Spanish pageant of valor and grace is equally vital in Peru. With brilliant color and exq more... Wool tapestry, 'By the Stream' (Peru) $352.95 Cascading down a rock wall, a stream splashes into a pool where women kneel to wash clothes. In the distance, the verdant countryside is fresh and cool, the setting for tiny hamlets. Francisco Huaynate weaves an enchanting vision of the Andean highla more... Wool tapestry, 'Cajamarca Carnival' (Peru) $119.95 The sky is a limpid blue in the Andean highlands, with lush green fields and whitewashed houses setting the stage for a euphoric celebration. This is carnival time in the region of Cajamarca, a time when people honor their favorite saints. The local more... Wool tapestry, 'Calendar' (Peru) $244.95 Eclectic squares evoke the cohesive harmony of this hand-woven tapestry. Walter Paucar designs the piece, its geometric details suggesting the profound and ancient meanings of the Inca calendar. The Inca calendar is based on observations of the sun's more... Wool tapestry, 'Calla Lilies' (Peru) $269.95 Radiant against a deep black background, calla lilies cluster in splendid array. The waxen blossoms and emerald leaves are plucked from the artisan's own garden. Raul Ulloa Baylin captures their ephemeral beauty in a handloomed wool tapestry. Titled more... Wool tapestry, 'Castle of the Stone' (Peru) $239.95 The stone of Chavin de Huantar represents the deities of the Chavin culture i eagle, serpent and cat. They go through a metamorphosis as they are depicted in a carving. Presented in handloomed wool, they again take shape in a stunning tapestry by Dan more... Wool tapestry, 'Christ on the Cross' (Peru) $144.95 Jesus appears on the cross in this reverent handloomed tapestry by Nilda Amaro. She explores one of the Christian faith's greatest tenets i that Jesus' death on the cross provides salvation for mankind, as Christ was crucified in their stead. Conquer more... Wool tapestry, 'Cultivating Flowers' (Peru) $272.95 Luxurious beds of flowers become a welcoming kaleidoscope in this handcrafted tapestry. Woolen textures enhance the vivid scene, as a single touch will transport the admirer into the cool beauty of the Peruvian Andes. The Cirdenas Brothers weave the more... Wool tapestry, 'Cuzco Streets' (Peru) $359.95 The streets of Cuzco receive weary travelers in this impressive tapestry by Walter Paucar Velarde. Tired from a long journey, the travelers are greeted by the impressive city where red and brown-toned houses hold promise of a warm welcome. "My work a more... Wool tapestry, 'Eve of Holy Week' (Peru) $249.95 Festive moments and traditional legacies inspire this tapestry's colorful composition. It features three women wearing long braids under their ample hats as well as warm ponchos. On their backs they carry flowers and chicha, a fermented maize drink. more... Wool tapestry, 'Family from Junin' (Peru) $164.95 A gentle brook flows through the village where a family goes about the daily round beneath a sapphire sky. Francisco Huaynate Paucar weaves a portrait of life in Junin, in the Peruvian highlands. People and llamas share a quiet afternoon in a landsca more... Wool tapestry, 'Farm Family in the Sierra' (Peru) $109.99 Working together, a man guides a plow pulled by oxen while his wife scatters seeds on the fertile earth. Nilda Amaro portrays a family of farmers in a mountain community where fields surround the houses and homes surround the church. Exalting familie more... Wool tapestry, 'Festival' (Peru) $304.95 The Andean sun lends its bright rays to color this attractive tapestry by Rail Ulloa Baylon. He uses natural dyes to recreate the sun's warm orange and yellow hues as they surround a group of women. Their ornate cloaks blend into each other as they s more... Wool tapestry, 'Fields of Flowers' (Peru) $159.95 Working amid perfumed air in the dappled sunshine of afternoon, women in traditional dress gather bright blossoms into baskets. Vast fields of flowers stretch toward the horizon in a profusion of color and texture. Raul Ulloa expresses love for his h more... Wool tapestry, 'Fiesta for the Earth' (Peru) $292.95 Women with drums, flutes and quena panpipes sing and play in an offering to the Andes. Dancing on a terrace, they look out at the sky seen through stone archways. This elegant tapestry displays a dreamlike beauty as Raul Ulloa Baylin invokes ancestra more... Wool tapestry, 'Fiesta of Masks' (Peru) $307.95 A quena flute appears amid masks in a wonderful celebration of Peruvian tradition. "This is a fiesta of masks," Teodolo Ulloa says. "This is a form of Andean expression. They represent the spirits or guardians of the hills, and masks were used a grea more... Wool tapestry, 'Fiesta' (Peru) $127.95 Abstract line and subtle color define an Andean trio. Working on the handloom, Dante Amaro Oscanoa depicts a guitarist, a violinist and a man playing the huiro. They stand out in warm contrast from the beige background while their instruments resound more... Wool tapestry, 'Flower Fair' (Peru) $109.95 Shaded by wide-brimmed hats, women arrange brilliant bouquets of roses, daisies and arum blossoms from the fertile Peruvian sierra. Nilda Amaro Oscanoa portrays a peaceful hamlet high in the Andes on a tapestry woven by hand. The bright colors typify more... Wool tapestry, 'Flower Fiesta' (Peru) $157.95 Harvest time brings a feast of color and fragrances as women return with myriad flowers to sell. Shielded by their white hats and woolen shawls, the women approach neighboring villages with basketsful to sell. This inspiring scene is masterfully exec more... Wool tapestry, 'Flower Sellers' (Peru) $129.99 Shaded by wide-brimmed hats, women arrange brilliant bouquets of roses, daisies and arum blossoms in the Peruvian sierra. Nilda Amaro Oscanoa portrays a peaceful hamlet high in the Andes on a tapestry woven by hand. She uses natural dyes derived from more... Wool tapestry, 'Flowers from My Garden' (Peru) $337.95 Sunflowers and dahlias spill joyously from a porcelain jar. Framed by emerald leaves, the bouquet comes from Walter Paucar Velarde's garden. He weaves the enchanting scene in a handloomed tapestry to share his fragile flowers in a lasting form. Title more... Wool tapestry, 'Flowers to Harvest' (Peru) $187.95 The Cirdenas Brothers demonstrate to the world a distinctive feel in their astonishing portrayal of a Peruvian flower harvest. The attention to detail is so fine that this tapestry takes on the quality of a painting - the weave seemingly as delicate more... Wool tapestry, 'Fragment of Paracas' (Peru) $237.95 By Noly Ulloa, this tapestry is woven in radiant colors. Pulsating hints of yellow, orange and red come together in an organic weave, defining abstract fish and geometric motifs. They represent the bold textiles of Peru's ancient Paracas culture who more... Wool tapestry, 'Geometrical Eclipse' (Peru) $142.95 Mysterious images eclipse one another, creating a composition of geometric fascination. Enhanced by a sharp contrast of color, this tapestry displays the merger between Peru's ancient textile legacy and contemporary design. The Yurivilca Family weave more... Wool tapestry, 'Gift of Flowers' (Peru) $292.95 Walking to church, a young mother carries her baby on her back, her hands busy with a bouquet of calla lilies. Raul Ulloa Baylin weaves a radiant tapestry in red, yellow and green. "I was inspired by the love and tenderness of the mother i this is th more... Wool tapestry, 'Gift of the Sea' (Peru) $267.95 Sinuous fish seem to leap from darkened seas to reach for the golden moon. Rail Ulloa Baylin speaks in a pre-Hispanic voice that gains urgency through cubist line. Working in hand-loomed wool, he pays tribute to Peru's Pacific coast and its abundant more... Wool tapestry, 'Girl from Cuzco' (Peru) $239.95 The innocence and charm of childhood are captured with unique brilliance in this stunning handmade tapestry by the Cirdenas Brothers. Using natural dyes such as cochineal, eucalyptus and the local molle and tara, the artisans achieve a remarkable lik more... Wool tapestry, 'Girl Talk' (Peru) $112.95 Wrapped in snug shawls in the chill Andean afternoon, four women share an intimate conversation. Red clay jars rest beside them, as they steal a moment from their daily chores. Nilda Amaro depicts them in bright colors on a hand-woven wool tapestry. more... Wool tapestry, 'Girl Thinking' (Peru) $99.95 An endearing portrait of childhood innocence, a little girl contemplates the world around her. Her doe-like eyes peer from beneath a wide brimmed hat and her porcelain face is well framed by her electric blue dress as she wears the garments of tradit more... Wool tapestry, 'Give Me Five!' (Peru) On sale - now $965.66 - was $1,072.95 "The muse for this composition is my daughter Pilar, who was two years-old at the time," confides Leoncio Tinoco with obvious pride. "Time has passed by, and that's why I chose to return to that tender time, always in my mind. Every time we'd say 'Gi more... Wool tapestry, 'Gods of the Sea' (Peru) $289.95 Remnants of Inca artistry lay hidden amid multicolored fish in this astute composition by Peru's Teodolo Ulluoa. "The Inca would search nature for the presence of gods," explains the master weaver. "They wanted to honor them and pray that they would more... Wool tapestry, 'Happy Macaw' (Peru) $199.95 "This is a beautiful bird that lives in the Peruvian jungle. Its colorful feathers imbue this tapestry with a sense of happiness," confides Walter Paucar. He weaves the tapestry of genuine wool on a traditional loom with a cotton warp, in the unique more... Wool tapestry, 'Herd of Llamas' (Peru) $244.95 Shadows are falling as a herdsman starts his way down the valley with his herd of llamas. They linger on the edge of the incline, heads erect, ears poised, in a dozen different shades of brown and beige in this hand-woven tapestry by Francisco Huayna more... Wool tapestry, 'Hills of Fire' (Peru) $142.95 W. Rojas Yuri creates an optical illusion with pyramids that flow uphill and down. Working in orange and yellow, he tempers the motifs with brown and cool green. This extraordinary tapestry is woven by hand as Yuri takes his inspiration from the Nazc more... Wool tapestry, 'In the Shadow of the Inca' (Peru) $109.95 Billowing clouds drift above the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, a site of unforgettable importance for the Inca of Peru. Andean women herd their llamas homeward in the shadow of the mighty stone fortress. Nilda Amaro captures the scene in blue and gray, deta more... Wool tapestry, 'Inca Almanac' (Peru) $129.95 Nilda Amaro recreates elements from the Inca calendar on a beautiful handloomed tapestry. Based on the movement of the sun and the phases of the moon, the Inca calendar is two-fold. The huato (year) is solar, and the quilla (months) depend upon lunar more... Wool tapestry, 'Inca Bird' (Peru) $129.95 Interpreting Inca iconography on the Andean handloom, W. Rojas Yuri depicts a large brown bird. Geometric motifs surround the stylized silhouette, bringing vivid color to a palette of earth shades. A display rod can be slipped through the wide hem at more... Wool tapestry, 'Inca Diamonds' (Peru) $127.95 Bright, cheerful colors cover a splendid handloomed tapestry. By Dante Amaro Oscanoa, it takes its inspiration from the Inca. Such geometric forms can be found in the temples and ceremonial centers of Peru's ancient cultures. Titled "Rombos incaicos more... Wool tapestry, 'Inca Inspiration' (Peru) $147.95 Bright, cheerful colors cover a splendid handloomed tapestry. By Dante Amaro Oscanoa, it takes its inspiration from the Inca. Such geometric forms can be found in the temples and ceremonial centers of Peru's ancient cultures. Titled "Rombo incaico" i more... Wool tapestry, 'Jungle Macaws' (Peru) $137.95 Blue and red macaws gather in the beautiful Manu jungle. The only government-designated ecological preserve in Peru, the Manu is home to 1,000 species of birds. Master weaver Luis Lein depicts a flock on a riverbank where they eat clay; this is thoug more... Wool tapestry, 'Lilies' (Peru) $372.95 Waxen lilies arranged artfully in a copper vase nestle amid emerald leaves. Walter Paucar Velarde weaves an enchanting tapestry on the Andean handloom. Using soft woolen strands, he achieves an astonishing range of colors, delicately shading the desi more... Wool tapestry, 'Lily Bouquet' (Peru) $292.95 With pearly petals and emerald leaves, calla lilies cluster with golden blossoms. Underscored by scarlet and black, the composition is a rich floral medley. Walter Paucar Velarde weaves this magnificent tapestry on a traditional handloom, expertly tr more... Wool tapestry, 'Little Girl with a Piglet' (Peru) $159.95 She wears a wide brimmed hat like grown-ups, a warm red sweater and a yellow shawl. In her arms, she cradles a wriggly white piglet. Francisco Huaynate depicts this charming little girl from Cajamarca in a vivid, hand-loomed tapestry. Titled "La niia more... Wool tapestry, 'Llama Herdsman' (Peru) $104.95 In the shadow of the mighty Andes, a man herds his llamas homeward. The cloud-dappled sky is sunny, the mountain air crisp and cool. Master weaver Luis Lein creates this colorful portrait of life in the Peruvian highlands as a handloomed tapestry. Ti more... Wool tapestry, 'Loneliness' (Peru) $117.95 Alone, she wraps herself in a shawl and gives herself over to feelings of grief and loss. "This is an elderly woman who is all alone," Teodolo Ulloa says. "She is a widow and her children, all married now, have moved to other cities." He works in col more... Wool tapestry, 'Macaw Trio' (Peru) $317.95 Three Amazon macaws flaunt brilliant plumage beneath the tropical sun. High in a treetop perch, they observe the verdant foliage beneath them. Walter Paucar Velarde demonstrates his absolute mastery of the Andean handloom with this intricate tapestry more... Wool tapestry, 'Majestic Wild Horses' (Peru) $244.95 The Cardenas Brothers convey the absolute majesty of wild horses that gallop through a forest. Powerful hooves splash in a shallow stream while leaves rustle in the wind. Working in virgin wool, they create these beautiful images on a traditional han more... Wool tapestry, 'Market in Cuzco' (Peru) $139.95 Shoppers crowd around an itinerant merchant in a Cuzco street market. Reaching out simultaneously, hands proffer money and collect it, examine the merchandise and select it, open a cloth shopping bag and tuck their purchases inside. Francisco Huaynat more... Wool tapestry, 'Market of Earthen Jars' (Peru) $292.95 Golden tones surround a group of women, enveloping them in radiance. Raul Ulloa depicts an outdoor village market, where women sell their large earthen vessels crafted from clay. Rotund bodies and smooth clay globes are hallowed in this loving Andean more... Wool tapestry, 'Moche Fierce Deity' (Peru) $344.95 Walter Paucar Velarde weaves an impressive tapestry featuring Al Apael, a deity from the Moche cosmogony. He has the ability to transform from man into animal. Paucar uses natural dyes to enhance the power of this mystical creature, which was uncover more... Wool tapestry, 'Musical Quintet' (Peru) $289.95 Two drummers keep the rhythm for companions who play the antara flute zampoia panpipes. Working in a cubist style, master weaver Walter Paucar Velarde creates a tapestry of dazzling beauty. Vivid red, yellow and ochre are tempered with cool shadows i more... Wool tapestry, 'Musicians from my Village' (Peru) $292.95 Tapping their feet to the rhythms of the guitar, musicians play the traditional folk songs of their homeland. A quena flute plays melody with zampoia panpipes adding harmony in this beautiful composition. Woven by hand, this signature tapestry by Wal more... Wool tapestry, 'Palian Village' (Peru) $314.95 Palian Huancayo is nestled in the Andean highlands, fortunate in its landscape and clear blue skies. People are renowned for their religious zeal, and their church stands like a proud testament to their faith. Francisco Huaynate captures the village' more... Wool tapestry, 'Paracas Images' (Peru) $127.95 The Inca left their imprint on textiles in the Paracas culture. Reinterpreting their art, Dante Amaro Oscanoa weaves fascinating images in virgin wool. Earth tones on ivory intensify their impact in this hand-loomed tapestry. Titled "Manto de Paracas more... Wool tapestry, 'Paradise' (Peru) $144.95 Nilda Amaro presents a woven postcard of her hometown, which is guarded by bright blue skies and lush green trees. The land is a rich brown and crystalline waters are laden with silver fish. Flowers blossom in festive colors and animals live in peace more... Wool tapestry, 'Peruvian Heron' (Peru) $279.95 Poised with a leg upon a rock, a heron admires the beauty of the Peruvian landscape. Walter Paucar transforms his art into a tribute to Peru's ecological treasures by weaving this wool tapestry on a traditional loom with a cotton warp, in the unique more... Wool tapestry, 'Peruvian Horse Riders' (Peru) $257.95 Warmed by colorful ponchos, Peruvian chalanes ride the world-famous Trujillo horses. The riders are known for their elegant attire, which feature embroidered linen ponchos, white trousers and shirts, as well as black belt and boots. The women wear co more... Wool tapestry, 'Pisac Market' (Peru) $189.95 The streets of Pisac in Cuzco come alive on market day, when merchants set up shop in the streets. They offer a myriad of brightly-colored fruits and vegetables in the shadow of the verdant Andes mountains. Artisan brothers Juan Carlos and Avencio Ci more... Wool tapestry, 'Preparing Chicha' (Peru) $244.95 Surrounded by tall ceramic pots, three women prepare Peru's legendary chicha drink. Distilled from maize, chicha was the Inca, Curaca and Runa's drink of choice. It was also considered to be sacred and used as an offering to the most important gods o more... Wool tapestry, 'Preparing Chicha' (Peru) $157.95 Concentrating on the task at hand, a young man prepares chicha for sale. He wears a hat and warm poncho with green stripes in this realistic tapestry by Francisco Huaynate. Distilled from maize, chicha was the Inca, Curaca and Runa's drink of choice. more... Wool tapestry, 'Pretty Women' (Peru) $279.95 "I depict three women from my village," Walter Paucar Velarde says of this beautiful tapestry. "They wear the clothing that characterizes the women from the Peruvian Andes. I seek the most precise form of these persons." Working on the handloom, he p more... Wool tapestry, 'Quena Flute Players' (Peru) $184.99 In a dramatic and colorful composition, a trio of Andean men bow their heads, close their eyes, and coax plaintive notes of haunting beauty from their quenas, traditional flutes. Walter Paucar depicts them with clean line and contemporary flair. Usin more... Wool tapestry, 'Rehearsal' (Peru) $267.95 In warm browns, tans, and sunny blue, Raul Ulloa weaves the magic of his vision with soft woolen yarns to create a tapestry of rich beauty and lyrical composition. Musicians rehearsing haunting melodies on the traditional Andean instruments come to l more... Wool tapestry, 'Rest' (Peru) $259.95 Night reaches three women as they make their way home carrying ceramic pots filled with water. Tired, they rest under the bright moonlight inspiring Teodolo Ulloa's textile artistry. He weaves the wool tapestry with techniques unique to San Pedro de more... Wool tapestry, 'Reunion of People from My Village' (Peru) $289.95 Huddled together against the cold wind, men join in eager conversation. They wear ponchos in bright colors and traditional straw hats as they gather in community solidarity. Walter Paucar Velarde captures a beautiful highlands image on the handloom. more... Wool tapestry, 'Rope Boy' (Peru) $112.95 Dressed in the bright colors of the Andes, a boy poses with a rope over his shoulder. He'll be using it to shepherd farm animals as he fulfills his duties. Francisco Huaynate Paucar creates an admirably vivid portrait as he weaves the wool tapestry o more... Wool tapestry, 'San Pedro Farmers' (Peru) $92.95 Three people cast their gaze into the distance, looking to the sky in search for water for their crops. Dressed with a hat and long cloak and their presence exudes a magical sense of tranquility. Their image is clear and vivid, for Nilda Amaro execut more... Wool tapestry, 'San Sebastian' (Peru) $199.95 Nestled on the slopes of the Andes, the town of San Sebastian centers around the church. Red tile roofs crown whitewashed houses where townspeople go about their tasks on a busy afternoon. Creating vivid scenes on the handloom, the Cirdenas Brothers more... Wool tapestry, 'Scarlet Macaws' (Peru) $169.95 Like identical twins, scarlet macaws confer in Peru's Amazon rainforest. They grasp a tree branch with strong toes and savor fresh tropical fruits. Depicted in a hand-loomed tapestry by Luis Lein, the bright birds are a beautiful reminder of nature's more... Wool tapestry, 'Seagull Sky' (Peru) $152.95 Seagulls soar through the clear blue sky in this beautiful hand-loomed tapestry. Nilda Amaro captures the freedom of the flock as she creates a realistic scene in virgin wool. Titled "El vuelo de las gaviotas" in Spanish. more... Wool tapestry, 'Shepherd Girls of Colca' (Peru) $194.95 Francisco Huaynate and family present a stunning vision of Colca Canyon - a dramatic gash in the Andean mountains near the city of Arequipa. Three shepherd-girls rest for a moment, attired in the colorful dresses and fantastic hats of the region. Emp more... Wool tapestry, 'Silhouettes' (Peru) $159.95 Intricate geometric shapes reveal nude figures on the outskirts of a village. Complex and beautiful, this tapestry is woven on the traditional handloom. Yet Nilda Amaro infuses it with a modern flair. Titled "Siluetas" in Spanish. more... Wool tapestry, 'Sunset in Manu' (Peru) $204.99 This wool tapestry by master weaver Walter Paucar is Velarde a true delight. Handmade with care in Peru, it depicts a sunset in Manu National Park. Manu is a huge biological reserve in the Peruvian Amazon region that features some of the richest bio- more... Wool tapestry, 'Sunset in Villa Rica' (Peru) $454.95 Golden light burns in the deep background of this Walter Paucar tapestry, silhouetting stately birds and luxurious leaves. The inspiring image draws from the beauty of the Andean sunset, its radiance flowing over mountain passes and through breathtak more... Wool Tapestry, 'Swans at Sunset' (Peru) $234.95 The sun sinks toward the horizon, bathing the countryside in golden radiance. Poised on the lakeshore, four swans stand in graceful symmetry before taking wing. Raul Ulloa Baylon depicts the idyllic scene in an exquisite handloomed tapestry. He names more... Wool tapestry, 'Tarma Procession' (Peru) $129.95 Singing hymns to the accompaniment of a band, villagers march in a procession across the plaza to the church. Set in the shadow of the towering Andes, the town of Tarma is steeped in tradition. Working on the handloom, Nilda Amaro Oscanoa portrays wh more... Wool tapestry, 'Tarmatambo Village' (Peru) $159.95 A festival of color greets visitors to Tarmatambo as vendors prepare their baskets filled with a menagerie of flowers. Situated in Tarma province, Tarmatambo is renowned for its picturesque floral fields. Nilda Amaro Oscanoa replicates the beauty of more... Wool tapestry, 'The Ancient Ones' (Peru) $289.95 Glowing images in jewel tones drift together like a dream. Evoking the ruins of Chan Chan on Peru's northern coast, Raul Ulloa Baylin invokes the ancient ones. Green hills and blue rivers host warriors, palaces and deities in this exquisite handloome more... Wool tapestry, 'The Gossips' (Peru) $189.95 Walter Paucar Velarde uses a Cubist style to create vibrant portraits on the handloom. Carefully placing each weft (horizontal) thread by hand, he depicts a trio of Andean women framed by an infinity of rugged mountain peaks. Titled "Las chismosas" i more... Wool tapestry, 'The Harp Player' (Peru) $157.95 Geometric shapes of varied colors come together to form an Andean patchwork, depicting a harp player focused on her beloved instrument. The harp plays an integral role in Peruvian folklore, its beautiful melody drifting easily through the mountainous more... Wool tapestry, 'The Little Horseman' (Peru) $119.95 A serious little boy holds his mount's bridle, his bright eyes revealing his hidden excitement. The beautiful bay horse wears an ornate bridle and colorful blanket. In the provinces of Peru, children learn to ride at an early age to help their family more... Wool tapestry, 'The Llama Herders' (Peru) $144.95 The lives and landscapes of the Andean Mountains inspire Francisco Huaynate to create a breathtaking tapestry. He portrays two female llama herders, their small pack preparing to cross the stream in order to arrive at the ancient hamlet in the near d more... Wool tapestry, 'The Return' (Peru) $132.95 Green hills and a feast of colors mark the return of neighbors as they make their way back home. Nestled within the Andes, their village offers a peaceful embrace as they arrive with floral bounties. The Cirdenas Brothers work with natural dyes to gi more... Wool tapestry, 'Three Generations' (Peru) $112.95 Francisco Huaynate Paucar creates a moving, symbolic composition for this handloomed wool tapestry. Grandmother, mother and daughter, dressed in traditional clothing, stand together as they look out of a window in the Cuzco ruins. "They are standing more... Wool tapestry, 'Three Musicians' (Peru) $249.95 Flute and guitar bring music to the countryside where three Andean farmers sing together. Bright colors envelop the men, each depicted in a cubist style. Raul Ulloa Baylin weaves a sunny tapestry that radiates happiness and camaraderie. Titled "Los t more... Wool tapestry, 'Trail toward Pisac' (Peru) $237.95 Decorated using dyes extracted from various trees and plants, this tapestry depicts a picturesque street within the town of Pisac in the state of Cuzco. In the immediate foreground, an Andean woman is seen as she carries an immense bundle of yellow f more... Wool tapestry, 'Trio from the Country' (Peru) $289.95 Huddled together against the bitter cold of early morning, two women and a man head toward the fields for a day's work. Warm ponchos in bright colors wrap their shoulders, while straw hats cover their faces. Walter Paucar Velarde uses a Cubist style more... Wool tapestry, 'Underwater World' (Peru) $109.95 Nilda Amaro conjures a world of blue where colorful fish dart quickly through the quiet water. Shells lie on the sand while a squid swims amid coral. Working on the Andean handloom, the artisan depicts a natural aquarium. Titled "Acuario" in Spanish. more... Wool tapestry, 'Village Lane' (Peru) $124.95 Cozy houses with red tile roofs line a narrow village lane. Walking homeward, townspeople greet one another and go on about their business. Daily life in the highlands unfolds in a colorful handloomed tapestry by Nilda Amaro. Titled "Vamos a casa" in more... Wool tapestry, 'Warrior of Peace' (Peru) $289.95 Working in the style of pre-Hispanic art, Raul Ulloa Baylin depicts complex images in hand-loomed wool. "I represent a warrior who holds a parrot as a symbol of peace. The other figure represents war, as he attacks the unarmed man. Between them, the more... Wool tapestry, 'White Herons' (Peru) $137.95 Seen in profile, four white herons pose in perfect harmony, each repeating the graceful form of the others. Blue sky surrounds the slender birds, exalting their supple beauty as they stand at the edge of pond and meadow. Nilda Amaro captures their pe more... Wool tapestry, 'Woman in the Mirror' (Peru) $337.95 Walter Paucar Velarde demonstrates his absolute mastery of the Andean handloom with this intricate tapestry. Cubist in style, a woman reaches toward a mirror framed in red. Within the oval looking glass, her reflection looks back. Titled "Mujer delan more... Wool tapestry, 'Woman with Yellow Hair' (Peru) $279.95 Cubist in style, this beautiful tapestry is the inspiration of Walter Paucar Velarde. The seated woman rests her cheek on her arms and drifts off to daydreams. Pastel shades of pink and yellow form a counterpoint to bold black and green. Titled "Muje more... Wool tapestry, 'Women Farmers at Lake Titicaca' (Peru) $109.95 The refreshing waters of Lake Titicaca, in Puno, invite a day of leisure as women watch their men sail on the crystalline expanse. Brown mountains on the horizon frame the composition, embellished by vivid colors that seem to breathe life into the co more... Wool tapestry, 'Women from the Countryside' (Peru) $247.95 Three women talk together, their quiet conversation excluding everyone else. Wide brimmed hats and long, graceful skirts are traditional garb in the chill highlands. Working in handloomed virgin wool, Walter Paucar Velarde captures the essence of an more... Wool tapestry, 'Women of My Land' (Peru) On sale - now $223.16 - was $247.95 Walking in single file down narrow mountain lanes, four women bend into the cold wind. They wear traditional ponchos in bright colors and straw hats. Walter Paucar Velarde expresses his love for his homeland in this extraordinary tapestry, capturing more... Wool tapestry, 'Women Picking Flowers' (Peru) $107.95 Fields of flowers stretch toward distant mountains beneath a blue sky. All is light and brightness in this colorful tapestry by Nilda Amaro. Using virgin wool on a handloom, she portrays women harvesting flowers. Titled "Seioras recojiendo flores" in more... Wool tapestry, 'Women Selling Huaca Pots' (Peru) $172.95 Francisco Huaynate Paucar weaves a tapestry that is admirably clear, rich in color, and minutely detailed. "In my tapestry I depict a fair by the riverside featuring people dressed in the traditional costumes of that Andean region," says the master w more... Wool tapestry, 'Women' (Peru) $179.95 The legacy of tradition casts a hypnotic spell on the work of the Cirdenas Brothers. Experienced weavers, they create a captivating tapestry featuring five Andean women. The piece is woven of wool on a handloom and shows women's garments, hats and br more... Wool tapestry, 'Yarn Spinning Women' (Peru) $249.95 Bent to their work, four women huddle together in concentration, their warm cloaks protecting against the highland cold. Walter Paucar Velarde captures the spirit of the Andes in a brilliant tapestry, realistically woven by hand. The women he portray more... Wool tapestry, 'Young Girl from Altiplano' (Peru) $187.95 This striking hand-woven tapestry comes from the Cirdenas Brothers. It depicts a young girl from the Altiplano, an area in the Peruvian Andes. The child, whose back is to the viewer, looks over her shoulder to reveal her face. Her hair is braided in more... Wool tapestry, 'Zigzag Rainbow' (Peru) $162.95 Nilda Amaro evokes the Amazon rainforest in bright rainbow hues. Like palm fronds and jungle ferns, bars with zigzag motifs converge in the center of this bold tapestry. Amaro creates the beautiful images in hand-loomed wool. Titled "Camino sin rumbo more...