Hammock Wayúu3

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The Chinchorros Wayúus have iconic pieces made by artisans from the Wayúu tribe, living in northern La Guajira and northwest Venezuela. Wayúu hammocks are beautiful hammocks made with patience and attention to detail. These pieces are rarely available on the market, making them rare and coveted objects.

• Extra fine wire
• Double-sided hammock
• Production time: 4 months
• Single model

The Wayúu3 Hammock is handwoven by authentic indigenous artisans who leave their heart and soul in each of these chinchorro. The technique used as well as the color combinations are unique and exclusive. Sitting talking with their families at the back of their houses, each artisan takes between 2 and 6 months (in some cases) to make these types of hammocks.

Considered a wonderful treasure and a sophisticated form of rest, these are truly portable hanging beds where you can relax and sleep. Households who have had the privilege of acquiring these masterpieces have realized how fascinating it is to have it at home. the most expensive hammocks in the world: wayuu hammocks

Purchasing a chinchorro is further support for the sustainable development of Wayúu communities . Thus this tradition is maintained and the artisans have the opportunity to generate a constant income with dignity.

The origin of the word "chinchorro"

This word dates back to the Chaima language, an indigenous language spoken in northeastern Venezuela. According to the German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, this word originally referred to a fishing net or hammock woven from plant fibers.

The Chaimas, an indigenous people living in the warm regions of Venezuela, used these nets for fishing and as beds or hammocks for resting. The history of the word "chinchorro" testifies to the cultural and linguistic richness of the indigenous peoples of the region.

One of the Wayuu legends, the Walekerü spider