Some trades refuse to die despite the passage of time and preserve the legacy of our ancestors in the face of the changes brought by technology. One of them is tinsmithing, which brings about various artifacts such as lighters, trays, plates, buckets, and even toys, made with all kinds of metals. Several techniques are used for such...
It is to be proud that the quality of an original product is widely recognized, and jewelry from Cuenca enjoys this privilege. The fine pieces made by our skilled artisans captivate anyone who sees them. The goldsmiths and jewelers of Cuenca have unmatched skills, which they have perfected by integrating craft techniques like embossing...
Nowadays, it is unlikely that many know what saddlery is – a craft activity in which leather is molded to shape belts, aprons, saddles, and other items. A very laborious activity indeed, almost extinct because of technology. However, there are still many saddlers who try to preserve it, because working by hand requires more dedication...
Woodwork is a central element in Cuenca’s artisan culture; it is part of its architecture and sculptures, and a testimony of the heritage that we must preserve. In the historic center of the city, you can see the use of carved wood in some elements present in colonial houses, republican houses, churches, and convents, such as...
Inspiration molded in clay and materialized in beautiful ceramics. Pottery and ceramics have a privileged position in Cuenca as the most sought-after crafts, both for their history and artistic value. Clay art stems from pre-Columbian cultures and it has integrated new techniques over the centuries, resulting in a beautiful mixture. The...
Turning a block of marble into figures such as dolphins, turtles or eagles requires extraordinary skill, since it is a matter of making a stone come to life. This is one of the most difficult crafts since when sculpting marble there is no room for mistakes – one wrong stroke and the stone will crack, which is impossible to fix. Sculpting...