Jilakat alfurja (Leader's Pouch)
Maker
Unknown, Aymara
DateMid to Late 20th Century
MediumYarn, handspun llama and sheep wool, Merino sheep wool trade yarn
Dimensions12” H (without strap) x 16” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberNLA2010.11.LMA
DescriptionJilakat alfurja, leader’s flat pouch/bag. Dark red field with four-color decorative edge tubing. Strap is hand woven with words as designs: “Recuerdo Ano Elena Mamaini R.” Letters of the alphabet also form the design in three bands on the body of the bag. Tassels of Merino sheep wool trade yarn.
ClassificationsPersonal Accessories
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