Wallaka or Wayaqa (Utility Bag)
Maker
Unknown, Quechua
DateLate 20th century
MediumHandspun natural llama wool
Dimensions8 1/8” H x 6 7/8” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberNLA2009.16.LMA
DescriptionWallaka (Wayaqa) utility bag, most often used for carrying pitu, or flour grain for eating.
ClassificationsTextiles
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