Taman Sawuta (Leader's Ritual Cloth)
Maker
Unknown, Aymara
DateMid 20th Century
MediumHandspun sheep wool; fringe is early Merino sheep wool trade yarn
Dimensions41 1/2” L x 17 3/4” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberNLA2009.14.LMA
DescriptionTaman sawuta ritual cloth used by a community tamani, traditional leader. Long ceremonial cloth with short fringe on four sides in the three colors of the Bolivian flag (red, yellow, green). Such weavings are said to have been placed under the feet of the Indian leaders while conducting ceremonies.
ClassificationsTextiles
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