Zenú people of Colombia
Red and Ivory Natural Fiber Bracelet 'Red River Wisdom'
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This Red and Ivory Natural Fiber Bracelet 'Red River Wisdom' by Independent Artisans is a pretty cuff bracelet that preserves an ancient weaving tradition. Crafted by artisans of the Zenú Community in Colombia, the wide cuff is made of caña flecha fibers in strawberry red and off-white wrapped around a plastic base. The intricate geometric patterns, or pintas, carry symbolic meaning, representing ancestral narratives. This piece honors the artisans' land, their stories, and their identity.
For centuries, the Zenú people of Colombia have cultivated and woven caña flecha, a native cane fiber integral to their culture and identity. Once used in fishing and building, the fiber evolved into the foundation of the iconic sombrero vueltiao, as well as baskets, bags, and bracelets. Crafting these pieces is a community-wide effort: the cane is dried, split into uniform strands, dyed with natural pigments, and woven into intricate braids, sometimes containing up to twenty-eight fibers. The geometric pintas that adorn each piece carry symbolic meaning, representing clans, plants, animals, and ancestral narratives. Today, the Zenú artisans pass down their knowledge through local schools, blending oral history with traditional techniques to preserve their cultural heritage. Every design honors their land, their stories, and their identity, inviting wearers to carry a piece of Colombia’s living tradition.
Handcrafted from caña flecha fiber, PVC, and polyester, this cuff bracelet measures 7 inches L (end to end) x 1.4 inches W.
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