The Butaque. From the colonial codices to the archetype of 20th century Mexican design

Following the Mexican Revolution war, a program began for dissemination of certain symbols national identity–to redefine Mexicanity. The search was expressed in fine and decorative arts, including furniture. In this context, “Butaque” chair reappeared.
 Architects such as Luis Barragán, William Spratling, Clara Porset, Manuel Parra, among others, proposed their own interpretations traditional rural seat, inserting it into new socio-cultural making representative piece 20th century Despite its significance, there have not been many studies or publications on piece, mystery surrounds it’s origin.
 purpose text is to present hypothesis about origin “butaque” colonial codices, revaluate mestizo that combination European manufacturing techniques technologies with materials, labor ability indigenous, worthy representation cultural identity.