Crafts in Michoacán
For lovers of Mexican Folk Art, Michoacán
has a special place. We have a huge variety of handicrafts; the Instituto
del Artesano Michoacano has located 16 artisan wares throughout the
state.
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| Crafts in Michoacán: Catrinas from Capula |
In Michoacán we find five ethnic groups:
purépechas, mazahuas, nahuas, Otomí and Matlatzingas or Piringuas. Each of them
has its own specialties, which the groups have managed to preserve for
generations.
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| Mexican Folk Art: Maque from Uruapan |
There are sixteen types of crafts in Michoacán:
Laquerware
Saddlery
Miniatures
Glass work
Wax
Leather Accesories
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| Crafts in MIchoacan: Pineapple Pottery from San Jose de Gracia |
The origin of Michoacan handicrafts dates
back to pre-Hispanic times, later these existing techniques merged with those
brought by the Spaniards at the time of evangelization, having a great
influence to this day Don Vasco de Quiroga.
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| Copper Handicrafts from Santa Clara del Cobre, Michoacán |
Our dear Tata Vasco, taught new techniques
and perfected others that had already been carried out by the Purépechas.
Always looking for a more just and sustainable model of society, managing to
specialize each community in a type of trade that they have now turned into an
art.
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| Handmade Tableware from Michoacán |
Thus in Michoacán, we find artisans who
through their hands show their great creativity, dexterity and imagination. A
worldview full of color and beauty, at the same time chronicling their
surroundings.
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| Ocumicho Pottery from Michoacán |
Folk art is a
manifestation of our culture and a trade that is learned and passed on from
generation to generation. A talent that is learned over the years; it is common
for children to start small and learn from their parents and grandparents,
becoming a legacy for future generations.
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| Plant Fiber Crafts from Lake Patzcuaro Region |
Through their art, our Michoacán artisans
show their human sensitivity. They invest a lot of time, expressing their
creativity with an aesthetic complexity that continues to surprise us,
sometimes creating works that can be absolutely unique.
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| Mexican Crafts: Mask from Tocuaro at Lake Patzcuaro Region |
Our guests at Hotel Mansión Iturbe can live
a unique experience, visiting the workshops of the artisans. Visitors
come to understand and value the works of art more by being able to observe how
each piece takes shape, little by little.
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| Michoacan Pottery from Cocucho known as Cocuchas |
In our region of Pátzcuaro Lake, we have
great masters of Mexican Folk Art, who have been multi-awarded
nationally and internationally; we also have talented young people who
gradually earn a place and recognition. Many of them still unknown, but very
capable.
Explore the markets, look closely at the different
stalls in the communities when you visit them and especially during the
festivities and fairs.
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| Mexican Clothing from Michoacán |
The main exhibitions that you cannot miss are the
traditional Noche de Muertos (Night of the Dead) in Pátzcuaro
the first week of November, and the Domingo de Ramos (Palm Sunday)
in Uruapan; where you will find contests with unique pieces. Two
must-see places for collectors of Mexican Folk Art.
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| Crafts in MIchocán from Lake Patzcuaro Region |
Come to Pátzcuaro, an important artisan center where you will find handicrafts from all over Michoacán.
Buy and appreciate our Michoacán Folk Art, and you will contribute to
keep the traditions alive for generations to come.
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| Crafts in Michoacán from Zinapecuaro |
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