Alvaro Ratzán
Arrow Glass Beaded Wrap Bracelet Handcrafted in Guatemala 'Geometric Orientation'
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- $59.00
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- $59.00
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This Arrow Glass Beaded Wrap Bracelet by Independent Artisans is a playful and artistic piece from Guatemala, handcrafted by Alvaro Ratzán. The design features a sweet palette of colors and little arrows that seem to indicate a mysterious and joyful direction. This wrap bracelet blends traditional Mayan beading techniques with modern accessory design, creating a piece that is both rich in cultural heritage and stylishly contemporary. The pewter button clasp provides a comfortable and easy fit, making it a perfect accessory for everyday wear. Each piece is a vessel of tradition, sacrifice, and care, carrying the artistry and emotion of the artisan's legacy.
Born in 1980 in Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala, Alvaro Ratzán grew up in a family where craft was both livelihood and legacy. His mother pioneered macramé bracelet-making in their town, while his father balanced farming, painting, and eventually jewelry. From childhood, Alvaro helped string and sell bracelets, learning the discipline and pride of artisan life. Over time, he developed his own workshop, leading a production chain that merges traditional Mayan embroidery and beading with modern accessory design. Inspired by the handwoven huipiles of his community, his bracelets often incorporate motifs of birds, flowers, and geometric figures. Today, he works alongside his sister and a network of artisans, creating pieces that carry both artistry and emotion. For Alvaro, each handmade piece is more than jewelry—it is a vessel of tradition, sacrifice, and care. His dream is to expand opportunities for artisans, ensuring fair wages and lasting dignity through craft.
This wrap bracelet is made from glass beads and a nylon cord with a pewter button clasp, measuring between 22 inches min L and 22.5 inches max L and 0.2 inches W.
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