Many of the women have taught their techniques to their daughters and granddaughters, thus ensuring the hammock-making tradition is kept alive.
For Your Consideration: *Estate Find* Vintage (New Old Stock with Tag) Brazilian Hammock-Hammock Artisans of Ceara. OUTSTANDING CONDITION!
Hammocks have been in use in Brazil for centuries (prior to the Portuguese landing on their shores in the 15th Century). Not only were hammocks used for sleeping, hammocks were used for transporting goods. The people of northeastern Brazil still prefer to sleep in hammocks; whereas, throughout the country, they serve as decorative functions that offers enviable relaxation. Therefore, a Hammock must be woven with special care--its elaboration includes various steps and the conjoint work of several Artisans. The Hammock's Main Body is woven on a loom, traditional or mechanical, and then it is distributed among groups of women to finish. Some may utilize treadle looms known as MUCAMBA; whereas, others may finish the hammock with crocheted details (ALL MADE BY HAND). Usually, the women work from home so they may continue looking after their children.
The women in the Older Generations have confided it is their hope that the younger ones will become more interested in making Hammocks and take great pride in doing so.
With Brazilian Embroidery throughout the Main Body of the Hammock, these VIBRANT COLORS are MESMERIZING to the EYE. Rich Shades of Red, Gold, Green, Blue, and Orange, in Conjunction with the INTRICATE EMBROIDERY makes this Hammock an ABSOLUTE JEWEL for those afternoon respites... The ASIAN FLAIR (with Elephants, Castles, and Royalty) further Enhances this Hammock's Charm. The Hammock itself (MAIN BODY) measures approximately 80" x 69"; the Tasseling around the Body of the Hammock measures approximately 8"; each side of the Main Body (WEBBING STRAPS) measures approximately 30". The Hammock is In New Old Stock/PRISTINE CONDITION.
The Tag on the Hammock is written in Portuguese and loosely translates to the following:
*One side reads, 'Sayonara hammock industry are the best hammocks in Brazil are manufactured in Ceara, and the best hammocks in Ceara are Sayonara hammocks.' It appears, as well, there is a name 'Idalisca' that identifies the type of hammock.
*The Opposite side reads/lists (apparent) addresses, names, and numbers.
Undoubtedly, this Hammock shall make the PERFECT ACCENT PIECE to Your Home's Decor. Please see photos for BEST description, and feel free to message me with any questions. Thank you kindly for looking, and Happy eBaying.