Preserving an Artisanal Tradition
The ancient and sophisticated art of dehairing the Vicuña fleece is carried out by women who are guardians of an incredible ancestral legacy. With soft fingers and delicate reflexes, these authentic artists preserve the precious fibre, protecting a tradition that honours nature and jealously guards the past.
Expert hands caress the fibre, while dedicated eyes identify the coarse hairs which, with skill, are isolated from the fleece, creating impeccable skeins. At Michell & Cía., we proudly preserve this ancient expertise, valuing the artisanal principles and sharing this legacy with the entire world.
The transformation of the Vicuña fibre requires careful precision and dedication, to remove impurities, coarse and discoloured hairs, and field residues. The result is a uniform and perfect ball of yarn, ready to be transformed into exquisite thread.
A BLEND OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY
The textile process of the Vicuña fibre is a true work of art, where manual skill intertwines with sharp senses and the finest materials. A sublime meeting between millennial heritage, aesthetic avant-garde, and advanced technology. As part of the identity of Michell & Cía., we have preserved and protected ancient weaving traditions and techniques. Today, the Vicuña and its fibre connect those who value antiquity and tradition with those who embrace technology and modernity.
Michell & Cía. also commits to technological forefront. Once extracted in an artisanal manner, the Vicuña fibre is transformed into the world’s finest yarn thanks to the most advanced technology. With these precious threads, high-quality and sophisticated textile pieces are created, whether in woven or knitted fabric.