Town of Cunha
The cobbled streets and curved archways of colored buildings are encased by green rolling hills in Resende Costa, where a small population of 15 thousand keep their city’s local tradition of woven textiles alive. From generation to generation the skills and stories are passed down through the loom and continue to create an expansive array of textiles to share.
This craft dates back to the 18th century, which a few families in the city continue through wood beamed looms, an intentional dedication to process. Although Resende Costa is predominantly known for their textile handicrafts. Today, some artisans have created looms from memory to continue on the legacy of their parents’ and grandparent’s textile designs. Due to the nature of the loom, there is a great deal of inconsistency within the size, length and shape of rugs, quilts or textiles that are made, which can make creating patterns difficult as well as finding a set process. However, in order to ensure profits despite any differences, leftover pieces are then turned into mainly rugs and quilts.
The diversity in shape, color and texture offers a realm that reflects the nature and beauty of this small Brazilian town. It is a rare gift to enjoy and witness processes that are still engaged in a context of tradition and quality. We value the nature of slowing down, being with process and cultivating a presence through everything we experience and curate. It is through these textiles we enjoy a timeless return to a framework of detail, intention and beauty
