Images(2)

Mola blouse with canoes

Maker Unknown, Kuna

DateLate 20th C

MediumCloth

DimensionsPanels: c. 14 1/2” x 20 3/4”

SignedNone

Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Timothy Sullivan ‘89

Object numberNLA2011.59.SUL

DescriptionMola blouse with two large similar panels of three fabric layers in orange, maroon, and white creating reverse appliqué linear forms in the shape of a canoe with two five-pointed star “sails.” Appliqué and reverse appliqué spirals and meanders fill the background. The geometric forms within the stars are ornamented with chain stitch embroidery. The blouse is a lavender, white, and yellow floral print with ribbon trim.

ClassificationsTextiles

Collections

Exhibitions

Entangled Intimacies

Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The University Museums are committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in our database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, working with communities to identify culturally sensitive belongings, and adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or information you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.