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La Paz Alpaca Sweater       Bolivian Suede Travel Bag       Bolivian Alpaca Sweater

Alpaca Altiplano Scarf       Bolivian Manta and Leather Backpack       Partiti Fleece-lined Alpaca Scarf

Barocco Alpaca Cardigan       Men's Grecas Alpaca Sweater       Amazonian Flower Cardigan

Alpaca Tiwanaku Sweater       Tiwanaku Textiles Alpaca Sweater       Partiti Striped Alpaca Sweater

Altiplano Alpaca Cardigan       Crushable Felt Travel Hat       Altiplano Pima Cotton Cardigan

Bolivian Alpaca Knit Sweater       Bolivian Tapestry Suede Tote       Bolivian Macramé Alpaca Shawl

Violet Peruvian Alpaca Sweater       Rhodochrosite Bracelet       Flora Roja Alpaca Cardigan

Peruvian Mama Quilla Sodalite Necklace       Peruvian Pansy Cardigan       Peruvian Copacati Amazonite Necklace

Red Petal Alpaca Cardigan       Peruvian Alpaca Sweater       Bolivian Suede Cinch Bag

Chilean Turquoise Earrings       Peruvian Copacati Amazonite Earrings       Chilean Inca Earrings

Bolivian Textile and Leather Bag       Bolivian Tooled Leather Bag       La Paz Leather Travel Tote

Inca Star Alpaca Sweater       Panqara Alpaca Sweater       Bolivian Highlands Alpaca Pullover

Oruro Leather Bag       Bolivian Plaid Scarf       Handcrafted Bolivian Leather Bag

Bolivian Rose Pima Cotton Cardigan       Bolivian Alpaca Sunset Scarf       Chiquitos Alpaca Cardigan

Peruvian Fuchsia Flyaway Cardigan       Arequipa Alpaca and Silk Scarf       Peruvian Blue Flyaway Cardigan

Paraguayan Leather Travel Tote       Leather Money Belt       Paraguayan Passport Bag

Woven Mayan Tote Bag       Mayan Woven Bedcover       Mayan Woven Pillow

Alpaca Snowflake Cardigan       Andean Blossom Alpaca Sweater       Double-breasted Amazonian Cardigan

Peruvian Wildflower Alpaca Wool Cloak       Highland Peruvian Scarf       Aymara Turquoise Alpaca Sweater

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Ceramic candleholder, 'Light of the Andes'

Ceramic candleholder, 'Light of the Andes'

People in traditional dress surround a circular candleholder with their friendly presence. Trees and prickly pear cactus are interspersed with the diminutive characters in this delightful design. Handcrafted in ceramic and painted with loving detail, the lacy globe shelters a candle dish by Alberto Aparicio Canchari.


Mate gourd sculptures, 'Aviary Inspiration' (pair)

Mate gourd sculptures, 'Aviary Inspiration' (pair)

Lean, tall and elegant, two birds stand with natural poise. Emilio Hurtado transforms the natural shape of mate gourds into a couple of sculpted birds that are engraved and painted by hand. Aliso wood forms the feet and beak. Please note shape and size depends on the gourds' natural shapes.


Ceramic statuette, 'Paracas Couture'

Ceramic statuette, 'Paracas Couture'

Lavish colors dancing through geometric patterns recall Paracas fashions. Meaning "sand rain," Paracas is a city by the sea known for hosting myriad migrating birds. Lulli Luca replicates the textile artistry that dresses the women of this legendary site. "This ceramic statuette is from my 'Andean Women' collection," the artist says.


Wool rug, 'Andean Dreams' (4x5.5)

Wool rug, 'Andean Dreams' (4x5.5)

Enclosed in a deep brown border, decorative motifs appear in handloomed wool. Zosimo Laura takes his inspiration from Peru's archeological legacy for this handsome rug. He recreates the precise geometry of Inca art, achieving a harmonious and beautiful composition of colors. Titled "Sue�os andinos" in Spanish.


Silver wrap necklace, 'Foliage'

Silver wrap necklace, 'Foliage'

Exuberant foliage springs naturally from a slender silver circlet. Regina Flores presents a stunning necklace that is light due to its luminous openwork. Crafted by hand, its originality and beauty distinguish today's fashion. .950 silver


Alpaca wool poncho, 'Steel Riding Hood'

Alpaca wool poncho, 'Steel Riding Hood'

A cable stitch punctuates the smooth jersey stitch of this classic poncho. Featuring an attached hood, the versatile poncho is lightweight but warm. Alfredo Falc�n knits the pieces of a luxurious alpaca wool blend, joining them with crochet.


Leather mirror, 'Diamonds'

Leather mirror, 'Diamonds'

Centered with gilt, glowing diamonds of different sizes surround a handcrafted wall mirror. Manolo and Lucho work in tooled leather, bringing a modern vision to a traditional Andean craft form. "This design was created by an artisan who loves his work and wants to share it with you," the men affirm.


Leather ottoman, 'Colonial Ivy'

Leather ottoman, 'Colonial Ivy'

Ivy twines in lavish garlands across smooth tooled leather. Crafted by hand, this colonial style ottoman features a foam-padded seat and opens to provide out-of-sight storage. The beautiful design comes from the talented R�os Family.


Cedar and mahogany sculpture, 'Caylloma Dancers'

Cedar and mahogany sculpture, 'Caylloma Dancers'

Dancers step lively to the Tturco Tusuy, a folk dance from the Peruvian province of Caylloma. It commemorates the triumph of Christian belief in the highlands and its performance is a way of venerating Mary, the Mother of God. Working in native woods and natural colors, John Barrow depicts the dancers.


Alpaca wool throw blanket, 'Earth Echo'

Alpaca wool throw blanket, 'Earth Echo'

Rhomboids seem to reverberate like echoes in shades of brown and tan. The motifs cover a reversible throw by Isidoro C'cahuantico. Woven of an alpaca wool blend, it is lightweight yet quite warm.


Amazonite drop earrings, 'Serene Sky'

Amazonite drop earrings, 'Serene Sky'

The serene blue of amazonite finds a perfect complement in Andean silver. A healing stone, the gem is showcased in earrings by M�nica Yumi. In keeping with Japanese tradition, she names it for a family member, Hatsumi, representing her own family. .925 Sterling silver


Cedar and leather game set, 'Legacy'

Cedar and leather game set, 'Legacy'

Beautifully crafted by hand, this game set from the R�os Family will become a family heirloom. The table is fashioned of cedar and mohena, a fine tropical hardwood similar to mahogany. Covered with tooled leather, the tabletop becomes a chess-checkerboard. Inca icons adorn the sides, and twin drawers store the pieces when not in use. Cedar chess pieces and checkers invite players to a challenging match.


Cuzco vase, 'Inca Splendor'

Cuzco vase, 'Inca Splendor'

This handcrafted vase presents a wealth of information, its patterned bands symbolically describing Inca history and customs. To create the piece, the Huaman Paucar Family selects choice local clay and after being fired in a wood-burning kiln, the vase is hand-painted with earth colors and varied pigments.


Cuzco ceramic plate, 'The Empire'

Cuzco ceramic plate, 'The Empire'

Superbly crafted and painted by hand, this ceramic plate is covered with ancient symbols. Flowers, animal motifs and geometric stylizations come to life in dazzling color. Juan Sandoval and Yanett Huam�n sign their design as "SH" for Sandoval Huaman.


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