Embroidered Otomi Wallhanging | Tenango Mexican Folk Art | 23.5" H x 10.25" W

Description

This wall hanging is beautifully embroidered (100% by hand).  It features a variety of birds (I can identify doves, a hummingbird, a queztal and a peacock) and a pair of hares....  and of course, brightly colored flowers with foliage in hues of greens.  If you have a nature lover/birder or a fan of Mexican folk art on your gift list, this high-quality piece is a great candidate.
This style of embroidery comes from several towns in the southern part of central Mexico. The largest of these towns is named Tenango de Doria, and at some point, the embroidery itself became known as “Tenangos”.  It’s also known as “Otomi” embroidery… The Otomi are the indigenous people of this geographical area.
* Dimensions: approx 23.5” high x 10.25” wide (note: these pieces are not perfectly rectangular. The embroidery process pinches the fabric in, creating a slight hourglass shape... i.e. the piece is a bit more narrow halfway down)
100% cotton muslin
* Machine sewn hem.
* Ethically purchased (the embroiderer and I work as partners – yes, partners as in 50/50). We both use the proceeds to help pay for our children’s education.
* Because I work directly with the embroiderer, we can take special orders (different sizes, etc). Please feel free to contact me if interested.
International Shipping: Expect 1-3 weeks for delivery.  I am happy to combine shipping costs for multiple items purchased. Many of the crafts that I sell are so light that they won't add any extra cost to shipping. Please send me a message if you have any questions.