2024-03-29 02:04:11
The techniques used in painting and traditions merged once again in the ninth Granny’s Rugprepared by Chucho Callejero Collective.
Like every Holy Tuesday, the group of artists gathered next to the La Merced church to create this special work with the face of the Jury Patron. We share images of the final result with you!
Colectivo Chucho Callejero made its traditional Holy Tuesday rug
He Holy Tuesday It once again became a memorable day in the heart of the Historic Center, thanks to the impeccable work of the Chucho Callejero Collectivewho have once again woven a masterpiece of sawdust and devotion: the ninth Granny’s Rug.
Last March 26, the members of the collective gathered next to the La Merced Church, to make this carpet that would receive the Reseña processional procession.
This year’s carpet had the face of Jesús Nazareno de la Merced, the Sworn Patron, in a red tunic. The work began to take shape at 10:30 a.m. under the skillful hands of the artists.
Granny’s Rug, a work with special meaning
What makes this rug so special? The answer is found in its history. The Granny Rug is more than an ephemeral work of art; It is a heartfelt tribute to the memory of Mrs. María Faustina Pardo, a fervent devotee of the La Reseña procession and the grandmother of Jorge Corleto, founder of the collective.
Since its first appearance, this rug has enchanted everyone and everyone, not only for its dazzling aesthetics, but also for the innovative technique used in its production.
Unlike traditional rugs, which are usually created with molds, this work is distinguished by making use of the techniques used in painting with conventional materials, but replacing brushes with hands and paint with sawdust.
This manual approach gives each rug an unrivaled uniqueness and artistic character. What a chilero!
It was created for the first time in 2015 and has now become a tradition of the time. Every Holy Tuesday, the Chucho Callejero Collective meets to pay tribute to the memory of Doña María and share her passion for art with everyone present.
The ninth Granny Rug is not only a visually stunning celebration, but a moving testament to the power of art to unite, inspire and remember.
About the Chucho Callejero Collective
The group of artists that make up the collective are Jorge Corleto, Astrid Tenes Edwin Ajín, Santos Xocoy, Marcela Corleto and Marvin Sian.
The group has represented Guatemala internationally. Last year they participated in the International Meeting of Carpet Makers in Panama and in 2021 they took their art to the Xacobeo world carpet event.
If you want to know more about the group you can visit their Instagram or Facebook page.
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