Peruvian handicrafts, one of the most beautiful in Latin America. Fall in love with these experiences, fall in love of Peru and its amazing manual art
This topic is especially enriching, like all Peruvian history and culture and it’s lovely to touch; you will enjoy the artists Peru has
And, all our handicrafts are made by so many artisans that we do have in Peru of whom it is a pleasure to see their works. In lot our cities there are different crafts and with very special reasons
As Inspiring Peru says: Peruvian art is often synonymous with intricate designs, bright colors, elaborately crafted woven items, and finally, some of the world’s oldest art forms hailing from the Andes.
As Info Peru says: Personality and originality, these are the two main characteristics of craftsmanship from the Peruvian handicraft. With different styles, depending on the locality, art and tradition are evident in each handcrafted piece. Ceramics, wood and/or stone work, jewelry, or textiles, are Andean handicraft products whose techniques have been passed down from generation to generation since pre-Hispanic times, and that today highlight the richness of our towns.
Lima Handicrafts
Lima has some of the most prominent jewelry makers. The tradition goes back generations, and many of those living and working here still employ the same ancient techniques.
There are several handicraft centers that offer ceramic souvenirs representing different parts of Peru. They also offer clothing made of alpaca, baby alpaca and vicuña. One of the best known is located on Petit Thouars Avenue in Miraflores. Indigo, Galeria Artesanal San Francisco located in downtown. Polen Ceramic Studio,
In jewelry we can mention, just as a sample, Ilaria, Carole Fraresso and Ester Ventura. Ilaria enjoys international appreciation. 100 % handmade in silver 925. They combine jewels with Peruvian semi-precious stones such as Peruvian turquoise as well as with Spondylus, a kind of bivalve mollusc from Ecuador. Pre-columbian civilizations already used Spondylus as ornamentation in their jewelry. Carole Fraresso and her brand Motché – takes us to Peru of yesterday and today, and is focused on the recovery and transmission of the cultural heritage present in Peruvian jewelry. Whilst the pieces of Ester Ventura, also blend both the past and the future – giving shape to a mythical splendor
As mentioned, nothing completes a look like the right jewelry and accessories. Layer on artisan-made Peruvian jewelry, opt for a sculptural Peruvian hat or the wearable art of Alpaca scarves. You will find a huge variety of handbags, earrings, bracelets, belts and rings. Even cotton tights are special when they have that Peruvian flair. Also, bronze jewelry, silver jewelry and luxe shawls
Cusco Handicrafts
Cusco has so amazing places, live the adventures in visiting each art place and adore them
San Blas, once known as the “artisans’ neighborhood”, is an invaluable area within Cusco’s Historical Center that maintains its classical original state, with narrow, stone-cobbled streets. Visitors may easily find and walk through this neighborhood because it is only four blocks away from Cusco’s Plaza de Armas
The heir of Inca culture, which is why they are some of the most important handicrafts in the Andean region. Cuzco ceramics are the result of the fusion of two cultures: Andean and European culture. The textile art also stands out for its tapestries and clothing, which are made with alpaca, vicuña, llama and sheep fiber, also being polychrome (dyed with vegetable dyes).
The most recognized artisans in Cuco are: Hilario Mendivil, Luis Aguayo, Edilberto Merida, Antonio Olave and so
We cannot fail to mention the master Walter Sulca, born in Ayacucho, who 14 years ago decided to emigrate to Cusco and create an incredible House Museum where all the art of Peruvian history is developed on looms. There are pieces that can be acquired during the visit