NOVICA Multi-Color Striped Cotton 2 Person Hand Woven Hammock with Crochet Fringe, Festive Brazil’ (Double)

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, works at the side of talented artisan designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake treasures. Our mantra is to spread global happiness, so rest assured – we’ll do everything we possibly can to be sure to’re a happy customer. About this item: Festive colors promise sweet relaxation in a beautiful hammock from Brazil’s Hammock Artisans of Ceará. The cotton hammock is finished by hand with lavish crocheted florid draping down from the blue, red, orange, yellow and white body. Please note: the hand-crocheted side panels may vary relatively in pattern from the image shown. On the other hand, the overall style and color will remain the same. Bed size: 86″ L x 62″ W Total length: 142″ L Holds up to 450 lbs. 100% cotton If a stand is desired, we recommend one around 10ft in size. – Holds up to 450 lbs. About our Artist: Hammocks have been in use in Brazil for centuries, even before the Portuguese landed on their shores in the 15th century. Not only were hammocks used for sleeping, but they were also used for transporting goods. The people of northeastern Brazil still prefer to sleep in hammocks, whereas all over the country they served a decorative function that offers enviable relaxation. Therefore, a hammock should be woven with special care; its elaboration includes quite a lot of 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 use pedal looms known as mucamba, whereas others may finish the hammock with crocheted details, all made by hand. On a regular basis the women make money working from home so they may continue looking after their children. Antonio José has been working in this way for over 20 years, which has allowed him to offer work to over 100 women in the state of Ceará. A few of the women have taught their techniques to their daug…

Size: 139.4″ L x 65.3″ W
Authentic: an original NOVICA fair trade product in association with National Geographic.
Certified: comes with an official NOVICA Story Card certifying quality & authenticity.
Exceptional Artisan Quality by Hammock Artisans of Ceará
Product Info: 100% cotton