La Unión Artesanías
25+ years
The Ortiz family began selling regional goods in Paysandú. Before there was a brand, there was a family space for learning the craft, understanding materials and listening to every customer.
Made as a family.Designed to last.
In Paysandú, one family transforms leather and metal into pieces shaped by identity, detail and time.
Four chapters.One way of making.
The craft crosses the river
2015
Production expanded to a new shore in Colón, Entre Ríos. The catalog grew to include thermoses, materas and direct sales, while keeping the work personal and every finish carefully considered.
MateArte is born
2019
The project renewed its name and the way it presented itself. MateArte brought tradition and design together in recognizable pieces, with more options to give, personalize and make your own.
From Paysandú to theworld.
Today, the brand's main markets are Uruguay and Argentina. It also works with wholesale and retail customers, preparing every shipment so a piece made here can become part of stories anywhere.
Quality you can see up close.
Explore catalogMade as a family.Designed to last.
In Paysandú, one family transforms leather and metal into pieces shaped by identity, detail and time.
Four chapters.One wayof making.
La Unión Artesanías
25+ years
The Ortiz family began selling regional goods in Paysandú. Before there was a brand, there was a family space for learning the craft, understanding materials and listening to every customer.
The craft crosses the river
2015
Production expanded to a new shore in Colón, Entre Ríos. The catalog grew to include thermoses, materas and direct sales, while keeping the work personal and every finish carefully considered.
MateArte is born
2019
The project renewed its name and the way it presented itself. MateArte brought tradition and design together in recognizable pieces, with more options to give, personalize and make your own.
From Paysandú to the world.
Today, the brand's main markets are Uruguay and Argentina. It also works with wholesale and retail customers, preparing every shipment so a piece made here can become part of stories anywhere.