These designs are part of a collaboration with Maricela Tapia Martínez, an artisan specializing in laca perfilanda from Pátzcuaro, Michoacán and Lucina Montañez Mota from Dallas, Texas. The laca perfilada pieces were co-designed with Lucina from Motcy. Maricela worked meticulously to bring these designs to life, and Motcy, using wire wrapping techniques, completed the designs in Dallas, TX. Details Material: Copper and assorted crystals Metal: Copper Please Note: Each pair is made by hand and, therefore, one-of-a-kind. Care Instructions: This item should be kept in a dry space when not wearing About the Design These designs were made by artist Maricela Tapia Martínez Pátzcuaro, Michoacán. Laca Perfilada is an artisanal art form native to Michoacán; the gold shellac paint is used to create designs by hand on various mediums. Traditionally, the laca perfilada paintings are colorful and designed with local fauna and flora in mind.
