The women of Vila Joiosa weaved nets that fishermen go out to fish in the sea. For years, they have been the source of livelihood of municipal families. Last year, a moment of silence was observed for them, and this year it continues with an exhibition. collects the memory of these particular web weavers. “Weaving Memory” exhibition. Sewing nautical arts” can already be seen in Vilamuseu and is a journey that is part of the history of the municipality.
Launched last year, the project adds value to the redero business and pays homage to the rederas. rescuing the memories of women who have supported their families for years thanks to this ancient craft. The exhibition covers other locations outside the Vila Museum, such as the historic center of Vila Joiosa, and features artistic interventions by David Trujillo and Ana Soler Baena.
In the words of Antonio Cervera, the curator of the exhibition and the project: “With this ethnographic work valuing the work done by the most important guild in the development of fishing gear In Vila Joiosa since pre-industrial times: nets and nets. Our aim is to weave memory through the real heroes of the clothing industry. His words will guide us on a journey full of memories, experiences and experiences.
“It is worth emphasizing the importance of artisanal shopkeepers who support not only their families but the whole town. A well-deserved appreciation for neighbors who have a lot to say. An intangible heritage embodied in an anthropological project, has a contemporary look and a high sense of responsibility so that the oral history of our people is not lost”, stated Andreu Verdú, mayor of Vila Joiosa, during the presentation of the exhibition in Vilamuseu.
The exhibition was largely dedicated to Dr. Based on research on the network industry by Ana Baldó. For this research, interviews with informants The key between 2017 and 2018, where some parts were removed so that the words of the heroes were available.
Seu Universitària de la Vila Joiosa also joined the project through its conference cycle “Memory Weave” It will take place from 5 to 21 July and will feature top researchers and artists related to this ethnographic heritage.
It should be noted that the project The main purpose of “web weavers” is to bring back the historical memory of the web industry. By emphasizing women as a fundamental part of society, she drives the economic, cultural and social development of La Vila Joiosa.
Space Bigueta He created exhibitions in two emblematic buildings of the municipal heritage, notably David Trujillo, professor of Fine Arts at Altea. The estate of Senyoreta l’HortFrom the end of the 19th century, located in the old quarter and on Centro beach and Molino de la Llobeta, from the end of the 16th century or the beginning of the 17th century, It is located under the Amadorio river bridge, next to the walls of La Vila Joiosa.
Among all the networks of Vila Joiosa, Highlights the figure of Angelita, better known by the pseudonym “La Torralba”The living history of Vila Joiosa networks. Angelita, who has been a weaver for a living since she was six, says, “Everybody in Vila back then devoted themselves to ‘fer xarxa’ (networking)”, At the same time, he remembers that his neighbors had meshed the doors of their houses in the streets of most of the town’s quarters.
Source: Informacion
