Mayan Ceramics: "Royal Polychrome Vessels
and Jaina Figurines Reproductions"
In reproducing the famous “Jaina”
sculptures, Roger Juarez uses the “pa
stillaje”
technique to model his clay mixture of three sacred clay caves to
create his accurate in detail, exceptional finishing master pieces.
He also has master the art of Royal Polychrome Ceremonial Mayan
reproductions that are perfect replicas of ancient Mayan pottery.
His work has earned him many National Awards and International
recognition.
There are two other impressive Maya reproduction Master potters in
Yucatan: Patrici.jpg)
a
and Rodrigo Martin Morales (siblings).
In the
tradition of their Mayan ancestors, both ceramists carry on the
splendid ancient polychrome technique by utilizing the same clay
mixture and natural pigments used hundreds of year ago.
Patricia’s art-pieces have earned her worldwide recognition. Her
trace and masterful mix of color, accuracy in weight and shape,
create the most complex and exquisite reproduction work collection
found to date.
The artwork of these three Mayan Pottery Masters is found in
many museum and private collections.
Each artist
regularly creates a selective reproduction collection of Jainas,
ceremonial replicas exclusively for
Yalat and the lovely Toh Boutique, in Chichen Itza. 
Both artists personally select each art piece to be reproduced,
their pieces have an Ancient Mayan Reproduction
Certificate of Authenticity issued for these two fine boutiques.
Special orders and commission art pieces can be requested by
visiting Yalat in Valladolid and Toh Boutique at
Hacienda Chichen Yucatan; email us a request to: info@yucatanadventure.com.mx
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Mayan
Jewelry: "An Exquisite Designer's Collection"
Marc Petit Jewel Collection: This is the most attractive
designer collection of
Mayan glyph and icons jewels ever! His exquisitely detailed
individual Mayan icons are pieced together with care to
assure comfort and beauty. Some of his artistic pieces
include jade central pieces in many of the collection's Maya
necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Marc Petit created a
special collection for the Toh Boutique at Hacienda Chichen, Chichen Itza,
to support the Maya Foundation In Laakeech's Mayan community social
work.
Juan Ojeda Jewel Collection: Exquisite one of a kind designed
silver and jade jewelry; beautifully crafted and especially created
for Toh Boutique. Each design has an intriguing blend
of Mayan symbolisms with embedded jades, ambers, amethysts,
turquoises, and other semi-precious stones. Juan Ojeda is a
Mayan jeweller that supports the Mayan Wiseman and follows their
spiritual teachings and traditions; his art intimately connects with
the Maya Cosmo-vision and holistic views.
G. Aria and D. Mora's
Jewel
Collection: have been exclusively created for Toh Boutique;
their designs evoke the Mayan ancient civilization's use of gems and
crystals healing energy as part of their spiritual rituals and
holistic sacred rituals. Both jewellers have designed elegant silver
and gemstone necklaces, earrings, pendants, and rings carefully
hand-crafted for their one of a kind collection. Their styles
are sure to enhance any lady's attire.
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Mayan
Embroidery: "For the Love of Nature"
Since Colonial times, Mayan embroiders use colourful yarn to create
exquisite works of art that represent Mother Nature and their daily
lifestyle. Maria Eugenia, who does most of Toh Boutique’s one of a
kind embroider pillow-cases and bedspreads, learned from her elders
the ancient art of how to select, make, and apply natural dyes to
her yarns. Her work has a very charming bright aesthetic
flow.
“I love birds and flowers, light and life” she says with a timid
smile. “Each piece represents my feelings, moods, dreams, and
nature,” she
adds.
Indeed, the Sun, symbol of life and light is almost always present
in her designs created for Toh Boutique at Hacienda Chichen boutique hotel.
This boutique sells many Maya fine arts, designer Maya jewels, and
other unique handcrafts bought directly to the Maya artisans in an
effort to preserve their ancestral values and traditional arts.
Profits from this lovely gift-shop support the Maya Foundation’s
Children Projects and the Maya Jungle Conservation Program.
During the 2008 summer months of July and August, Toh Boutique
offers Yucatan Adventure visitors
a special 10% discount.
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Mayan Weaving: Rosa
Hernández Días
The weavers of the Mayan highlands transform
natural cotton and wool into wearable
works of art. San Andrés Larráinzar is one of the regions most
important Mayan weaving centres and it is here that Rosa began to
work the back strap loom.
She learned from her elders the ancient design elements of the Maya
as well as the weaving techniques and how to prepare each of her
yarns, natural dies and designs. Her sense of aesthetic harmony and
balance has earned her the title of Mayan Master Weaver and many
national and international awards and recognitions.
Together with María Meza, she formed the San Jolobil cooperative,
grouping more than 700 weavers in the region. The cooperative
operates a school of traditional Mayan weaving so this exquisite art
can be continue by future generations.
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Where you can buy these fine Mayan artworks:
Visit Toh
Boutique at Hacienda Chichen Resort, Chichen Itza, where you
will find the most exquisite collections of fine Mayan pottery and
replicas, exclusive designer's jewelry, and the finest Mayan
artcrafts, textiles and creative arts. Toh Boutique is an
active sponsor of the Maya Fundation In Laakeech. A.C. non-profit
volunteer
social-work.
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This article is a courtesy of the following non-profit
organizations:
Maya
Founation In Laakeech A.C.
The Elder Mayan Wiseman Association
KUCH
KAAB Y'EETEL J'MEN MAAYA'OB, A.C.
with the kind support of:
www.haciendachichen.com and
www.chichenservices.com
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