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Rugs and Tapestries

Arnulfo Mendoza has redefined the boundaries of contemporary Zapotec pedal loom weaving, combining vibrant hand-dyed silk and wool, with gold and silver in dazzling designs of astounding complexity. His present work reflects over a decade of design development inspired by the classic 19th century southern Mexican sarape.

Each weaving is an original work of art. Arnulfo personally hand-dyes every yarn, individually designs each tapestry and hand weaves, with only a few talented weavers, the singular creations here on exhibit.

While this ongoing series of rug designs gives Mendoza a basis in which to explore his own creativity, it is well documented the phenomenal influence his work has had on countless Teotitlán weavers.

Information and Purchases

Arnulfo Mendoza's fine silk
and wool rugs and tapestries are represented exclusively in Mexico by Galeria La Mano Mágica. Since every weaving is one-of-a-kind, email or call us with your interests and we can send you images of available work. info@lamanomagica.com and tel. from the U.S. 1-310-455-6085.


All natural wool
All natural wool

Diamond Flower
Diamond Flower

Detail of Eye-dazzler design
Detail of
Eye-dazzler design

Arnulfo Mendoza Diamond on Taupe Field
Arnulfo Mendoza
Diamond on Taupe Field