Madre Monte is a small shop, based in Texas, that imports unique, handmade artisan pieces from Colombia.

We support local Colombian artisans who preserve the age-old techniques and locally sourced materials. Your purchase helps maintain cultural traditions and support indigenous communities.

We curate inspiration for the home, connecting the creative craftsmanship
of Colombian artisans to people and places around the world.

Each piece celebrates generations of tradition and requires days of manual labor. Much more than decorative pieces, these home goods and jewelry celebrate of the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Colombia.

Homegoods and tableware

Masters of the Barniz de Pasto technique pluck young sprouts from the Mopa Mopa tree. After being cleaned, crushed, and boiled down, the putty is stretched by hand, like a taffy, to create thin sheets of appliqués which are then applied to the vase (see image above) or chest. Finally, designs are hand carved to depict the indigenous cultures, flora and fauna of Colombia. From start to finish, the process takes weeks.⠀

There’s a story like this to every product we sell, making these pieces artisan, often one-of-a-kind.

Bean necklaces and bracelets

Each heritage bean was hand-sowed and harvested in Antioquia, Colombia. Gold beans are created with lost-wax coating, first in bronze and later bathed in 24k gold.

There’s evidence to suggest that many indigenous groups first used these living gems (beans) for adornment and rituals, rather than for sustenance.