Barragan Lumbar Pillow

Made by Backstrap Weavers in Cancuc, Mexico

$175

You can still purchase the Barragan Lumbar Pillow, and it will ship when back in-stock.

Product Story

The Barragan Lumbar Pillow was inspired by the work of architect Luis Barragan. Perfect for your couch, or even as your desk chair pillow. Woven on a backstrap loom by a women-run co-op in Chiapas, Mexico.

Product Details

12" x 20"
100% cotton
Insert included
Machine wash on cold, hang dry
Due to the nature of handcrafted goods, slight variations are embraced
Ethically made

Made by Backstrap Weavers in Cancuc, Mexico

Cancuc is about a two hour drive from San Cristóbal, the capital city of Chiapas, through winding mountain roads. Once in the main town, we have about a mile walk to the cooperative we work with. This group is led by three young sisters who weave on backstrap looms in a very iconic Cancuc style, which consists of incredibly intricate almost pixelated designs.

About these artisans

This technique creates incredibly detailed patterns that appear to be embroidered, but are in fact woven. As artists of the craft, these three sisters are incredibly innovative and excited by designs that push the bounds of technique. The inherent geometry of this technique inspired the forms of our Barragan and Puzzle pillows.