The craft of Nayarit is characterized by the influence of magical-religious beliefs of the indigenous tribes who have habitadp in this state. Among the main ones are the Huichols, the Coras, the Tepehuanes and the Mexicaneros.
The nature of its rituals and its artisan expressions is ancient. They originated in the visions of shamanic rituals, such as those of peyote.
Nayarit Crafts
The primary object of the magical ritual practices of this area has the function of contact with the gods and the world beyond.
Here is a list of 5 of the typical crafts of Nayarit.
Nayarit jewelry
The jewelery of this atavistic area is based on nature, but covered in magic.
Among the seeds that are recurrent in these samples of popular creation are those of coffee, pinto beans and jojoba.
Additionally, the shape and thematic style of necklaces and garments are essentially based on the representation of animals.
The ceramic
Ceramics, an art typical of this region, is not only of decorative importance today, but also archaeological. The archaeological site of La Playa, located in the municipality of La Yesca, gives an account of this.
The type of representations present in these cultural manifestations are anthropomorphic in nature. It is believed that the purpose of these pieces of art was to establish a bridge between the human and the divine.
The pottery of Ixtlán, as well as the so-called "blue ceramics", are also of great importance.
The furniture store
Additionally, furniture in this area takes place under the influence of a mixture of cultures and traditions.
It is the product of the confluence of the Hispanic with the customs of the Huichols and the Coras. The Jala area is emblematic in the sale of this type of merchandise.
The masks
The making of masks with a strong ritual magical content is characteristic.
These have a ceremonial character that is undoubtedly associated with shamanic events. In them beings from the underworld are represented, as well as animals.
The typical clothes of Nayarit
Nayarit clothing is full of symbolism and richly detailed, for both men and women.
In the case of men, the cuarri or shirt, white blanket pants, also known as turra and a cape are characteristic. The embroidery of the mimes is given on the white fabric of all the clothing.
In the case of women, the dress is based on a shirt and a skirt, also made of white fabric and with fine embroidery. In men, the wide-brimmed hat from which small bags hang is distinctive.
In addition, in women it is complemented with a tunic or quechquemitl, also made of a blanket. In both cases the symbolic decoration of the clothing is exuberant.
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