Laca / Macque

Guadalupe Pérez Sánchez, San Jacinto, Chiapas

Guadalupe Pérez Sánchez was born in 1962 into the 3rd  generation of a family crafting laca, or lacquerware. Currently there are 3 people assist her in their workshop. Her community is known for this type of art, as well.

Lacquerware is an ancient technique and art form in Mexico. Laca, from the Persian term lak, (evolved to shellac), and maque, from the Japanese term, maki-e, and from the Arab word “sumac”, is a functional and decorative art, developed to create a protective coating or veneer over a surface, making it impermeable and beautiful. 

Feria Maestros del Arte 2024, 2025

ARTIST INFORMATION:

Calle Benito Juarez  # 269, San Jacinto, 29160 Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas                    

cel 961 111 1879                   

guadalupeperezssanchez61@gmail.com

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