Women of the Huaura Valley keep alive the ancient tradition of basketry
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- 30 Aug 2022
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Basketry has been practiced in the Huaura Valley for at least 4,000 years. Proof of this are the remains of pieces made of dry reed or totora fiber found in the archaeological sites of the Caral culture.
However, when the health control measures began due to covid 19, this ancient practice was affected. Two and a half years after the quarantine, people dedicated to the task are trying to resume the rhythm prior to the pandemic.
For example, in Végueta, more than half of the members of the Association of Artisan Women of the Middle World have returned to this work.
Yolanda Osorio, president of this group based in Végueta, explained to the Andean News Agency that basketry is an art that is passed down from generation to generation.
Routine
She said that it is usually done by women after preparing lunch. The raw material, reed fibers, is collected by men in the Medio Mundo lagoon.
He also mentioned that there are several techniques to learn to make the different products they offer.
"There are different types of points, but the main one is the basic point," said the spokeswoman.
They can make from a purse to complex furniture, including baskets, lamps and bread baskets. Read More…
