Tari (Ritual Cloth)
Maker
Unknown, Quechua
DateLate 20th Century
MediumHandspun natural alpaca and llama wool, dyed sheep wool
Dimensions22 1/4” H x 16” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberNLA2010.15.LMA
DescriptionTari, ritual textile used for serving coca leaves. Three colorful bands with dotted diamond patterns bordered by stripes. Unusual wide crocheted edge.
ClassificationsTextiles
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