Yarn painting (60 x 120 cms)

Huichol Art worsted board

This painting is made with yarn and reflects their cosmogony, that is, their way of seeing the world and the universe, as well as characteristic drawings that for them have a strong symbolic charge, are made with the ancient technique of «Painted with Yarn» from the old style to more realistic representations, according to the pictorial style of the creator, in any case addressing the narrative of his traditional custom through the most representative symbology of his worldview.

The pictures of wixárika or huichol art They are a unique and fascinating artistic expression that comes from the Wixárika indigenous culture, also known as Huichol, originally from the mountainous region of Jalisco and Nayarit in Mexico. These works of art are known for their color and deep spiritual meaning.

Wixárika art is characterized by the use of thread and beeswax that are carefully placed on wooden boards, creating intricate geometric patterns and symbolic representations of the Wixárika worldview and mythology. Each detail of the paintings has a special meaning and is imbued with ancestral wisdom and the spiritual connection with nature and the gods.

In these paintings, one can appreciate the presence of sacred figures such as the blue deer, peyote and other elements of nature, which are essential in ritual ceremonies and in the search for spiritual transcendence of the Wixárika community.

The vibrant colors and meticulous craftsmanship of these paintings reflect the rich artistic tradition of the Wixárika, as well as their deep respect and reverence for the natural world around them.

In addition to their aesthetic beauty, Wixárika art paintings have a deeper meaning, since they represent the preservation of an ancestral culture that has survived through the centuries and continues to be transmitted from generation to generation. They are a window into the rich spirituality and worldview of this ancient indigenous people.