The Wetlands series, woven from reed and totora fiber, explores Peru’s oldest textile technique—predating cotton and animal fibers. Sourced from coastal wetlands, these fibers were first used around 6000 B.C. in sites like Bandurria, Caral, and Chilca. Wetlands, rich in plant life, are crucial corridors for migratory birds traveling between the Pacific, Andes, Amazon, and polar regions. As natural filters, they retain water and support some of the planet’s most productive ecosystems.

Maker	Goicochea Family
Technique	Weaving in reed
Materials	Reed from Huacho wetlands
Dimensions	210 x 260 cm
Year	2024