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Mola Panel with Karate figure

Maker Unknown, Kuna

DateLate 20th C

MediumCloth

Dimensions12 1/4” x 16 7/8”

SignedNone

Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Timothy Sullivan ‘89

Object numberNLA2011.78.SUL

DescriptionMola panel with three fabric layers in maroon, black, and blue that with interleaved orange creates a multiline appliqué and reverse appliqué outline of a male karate figure wearing pants, a belted wrap top, and headband. He holds a sword while the sheath, nunchuks, and another weapon appear to the left of the figure and a large flower with leaves on the right. Appliqué and reverse appliqué triangles fill the background. Extensive embroidery throughout.

ClassificationsTextiles

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