Poncho
Maker
Unknown, Quechua
DateMid-20th C
MediumWool
Dimensions38 3/4” H X 38” W (w/o fringe)
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberNLA2012.11.LMA
DescriptionMan’s Poncho with four narrow and two wide pallay stripes flanked by groups of narrow multicolored stripes and interspersed with muted red bands. The two borders have dark maroon bands and a wide outer cluster of multicolored stripes. Designs include diamonds with abstract floral patterns. The poncho is surrounded by an elaborate four-color tube and multicolored fringe. The neckline has a wide multicolored tube. The four corners are folded under and stitched.
ClassificationsTextiles
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