Antoni Genovart, author of webs such as "
Els
foners de les Balears" or "
Ses
Xeremies", has just opened a new space on the net dedicated to the
artisan work known as "
obra
de palma" (dwarf palm work). With an original graphic presentation,
the web offers extensive information on the origin and the history basket
making, about the dwarf fan palm (Chamaerops humilis L.) –autocthonous
palm tree used for the production of items such as baskets, chairs and
hats– and about other plants and materials also used. The web also explains
the tools used in the collecting and production processes.
A detailed description of the "llatra" –the basic plait used to work
with the palms– and a data base with photos and drawings of 32 objects
produced by with palm complete the information of the web.
The contents of the pages are based on the book "L'obra de palma. Cistelles,
graneres i cordats" by Maria Gelabert, Francesca Niell, Andreu Ramis, Joan
Sureda and Pere Sureda.
More information:
mallorcaweb.net/llatra