Socorro Morales Nicolás & Otilia González Chávez

The word “Nacajuca” comes from the Nahuatl “Naca-shushu-can” which means “Place of pale or colorless faces”. Its origin dates back to when the big Mayan cities of the Classic and Late Classic period such as Palenque, Tikal, Uxmal, Bonampak, Reforma, Pomoná and Comalcalco were abandoned. The Municipality of Nacajuca is located in the Chontalpa region in Tabasco. The seat is the city of Nacajuca, located to the North of the state. This hand knitted vase belongs to this Municipality. Made of natural fibers and wood.