There are so many reasons why Mexico is a great place to visit. With miles of beautiful beaches and a warm climate, many of the coastal destinations in Mexico attract travelers from all over who want to take a vacation in paradise. However, Mexico also has a rich culture and heritage that is evident in a variety of handcrafts that are produced throughout the country.
Mexican handicrafts are made from a variety of materials, and they can be both functional or for decoration. Some of the best Mexican handicrafts include ceramics, wall hangings, vases, furniture, textiles and more. If you want to travel to Mexico for vacation, contact us at Villa Group Resorts. We have special all-inclusive travel packages available right now to visit our luxury resorts.
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Oaxaca Black Clay Pottery & Alebrijes
Firstly, the state of Oaxaca is known for beautiful black clay pottery that originated in the town of San Bartolo Coyotepec. Black clay pottery from Oaxaca is also notable for its sheen and unique designs that are unlike pottery made anywhere else. In addition to black clay pottery, alebrijes are handmade, wooden figures of mythical creatures.
Alebrijes contain vibrant colors and designs. Some of the most common alebrijes include roosters with bull horns, winged dogs with cat heads, and giant turkeys with dragon tails. These fantastical creatures are produced using artisanal processes which usually involve several artists. Typically, the men in the family work on carving out the wood figures and the women decorate the figures.
Huichol Art
Secondly, another of the best Mexican handicrafts are huichol art that comes from the states of Jalisco and Nayarit. Huichol art uses colorful beads that typically represent the three most important elements in the Wixárika cosmology which are maize (or corn), deer, and peyote. Huichol beads are made from clay, shells, corals, seeds to make beautiful jewelry, bowls and other items.
The colorful decoration uses symbols and designs that have been around for centuries. Today, some of the most popular types of Huichol art include “yarn paintings” and beaded objects.
Some of the most popular modern designs include masks and wood sculptures that have been covered in small, brightly colored commercial beads fastened with wax and resin. Yarn paintings are prepared with commercial yarn that has been pressed into boards, then coated with wax and resin.
Puebla Talavera Pottery
Next, talavera pottery from Puebla is another type of Mexico’s best handicrafts. The art of making ceramics is the most practiced handicraft in Mexico. When the Spanish originally founded the city of Puebla in the 16th century, pottery workshops were established under the supervision of artisans from a town known as Talavera de la Reina in Spain.
This town began creating a unique blue and white style of ceramics that were initially introduced by the Arabs to Spain. Today, you can see the Arabic influence in the stunning Talavera pottery for sale in Puebla, Mexico.
Silver from Guerrero
Last but not least, some of the best Mexican handicrafts are from the state of Guerrero which is known for its gorgeous silver jewelry. Local artisans in the area have been making silver jewelry and objects for more than 500 years. The silver making tradition in the town of Taxco originated during the peak of mining activity in the region. Centuries ago, locals in Taxco learned the art of creating and giving shape to countless silver objects due to the abundance of silver in the area. Today, the silver designs in Taxco are beautiful and of the highest quality.
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