Wayúu Hammock 4

Chinchorro Colombian Indigenous XXXL

Combining cultural heritage and authentic craftsmanship, this unique model embodies the richness of the Wayúu people's traditions. Exceptional comfort, exquisite traditional patterns, and ethical manufacturing. Discover the essence of Colombia in every thread. Production time: 4 months.

Chinchorro Wayúu Double-Sided Hammocks: A Textile Work of Art

The Wayúu Indians are masters in the ancient art of weaving, thanks to their mastery of a multitude of techniques. Among their most remarkable creations are hammocks, among which the famous "Chinchorro Wayúu Doble Face" stands out. For the Wayúu, weaving a hammock, like the Wayúu 4 hammock, is to show through their creativity, intelligence, and wisdom how they perceive life.

Wayúu 4 Hammock: A giant hammock with an extra-wide weave

The central part of the Wayúu hammock (the hammock body) is woven in double thickness using a weaving technique called "Keiñasü" (chain stitch). All of this is done by hand, thread by thread, on a traditional Wayúu vertical loom. This technique results in a very strong and airy weave. The two lateral fringes are made using the crochet technique. They feature a sublime traditional Wayúu design called "Kuliitchiyaa," inspired by the shapes observed in the roofs of Wayúu houses in La Guajira. To learn more about Wayúu hammock weaving: The weaving of Wayúu hammocks: designs and symbols

The meaning of "Doble Face"

The term "Doble Face," meaning "double-sided" in English, refers to a particular type of hammock with two distinct sides, each offering a unique aesthetic. This characteristic, while fascinating, makes the manufacture of these hammocks exceptionally complex, thus explaining their long production process.

The Chinchorro Wayúu: The most expensive hammock in the world

These types of Wayúu hammocks, called Chinchorro in Venezuela and Colombia, are the most prestigious available today, due to their extensive craftsmanship and quality. Very resistant and comfortable, they are a rare item for unique decoration and relaxation moments. Thousands of women from the deserts of La Guajira weave the patterns they dream of, thus making the best hammocks in the world.

The Wayúu community: Guardians of an ancient tradition

Occupying an extensive territory encompassing parts of Colombia and Venezuela, the Wayúu community embodies a way of life marked by freedom of movement. Their ability to cross borders between Colombia and Venezuela without a passport testifies to this freedom. Many Colombians admire and respect them for having preserved their way of life as their ancestors did long before Spanish colonization.

Respect for Wayúu craftsmanship: A non-negotiable standard

We never negotiate the price of a Wayúu hammock. This would be a lack of respect for the work done and considered an offense to the community. The rarity of these items and the time spent creating these handcrafted pieces (one-of-a-kind) must be appreciated for their artisanal quality before any resale profit. At a time when artificial intelligence is developing rapidly, this way of trading reminds us all of the importance of recognizing the intrinsic value of handcrafted products, impossible to reproduce with machines and those who make them.

Acquiring Wayúu Chinchorros: An annual challenge

Despite their high cost, Doble Face Chinchorro hammocks are highly prized and often difficult to obtain due to low production and high demand. Each season, the number of Wayúu hammocks is therefore limited, and we must plan our orders well in advance to secure these precious textiles.