In the Tarapacá highlands, weaving is part of a collective memory passed down through generations. The fibers, colors, and forms used in each piece express knowledge linked to the land, community life, and practices learned since ancient times.
The work begins long before the loom. Selecting the fiber, preparing it, and spinning it require patience and experience. Each stage preserves knowledge transmitted through observation, practice, and the guidance of those who have mastered the craft.
Thus, a textile can be much more than an object. It is also a way of keeping alive knowledge, family ties, and ways of understanding the land.