The Colours of the Earth

Modern Textile Art in Mexico

22 October 2025 to 6 April 2026

Artist Carlos Barrera Reyes has been working with indigenous weavers in Oaxaca and Chiapas for more than fifteen years. In jointly organized dyeing workshops, traditional dyeing techniques are revived and enriched with new techniques.

About the Exhibition

About the Exhibition

The vibrant colors of the woven fabrics in this exhibition reflect years of research, collaboration, exchange and experimentation. The project is a visual and sensual tribute to the rich textile heritage of indigenous communities. At the same time, the raw materials bear witness to the natural abundance and diversity of the region. The project emphasizes the interplay between traditional and contemporary dyeing practices, ecological awareness and artistic collaboration.

The exhibition also addresses current fashion trends and the impact of social media on trade within these communities.

Daily (except Monday)
10 am to 6 pm
Tuesday
10 am to 9 pm

Weltmuseum Wien

Neue Hofburg, Heldenplatz
1010 Vienna, Austria

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