Inkuña or Tari (Ceremonial Cloth)
Maker
Unknown, Aymara
ClassificationsTextiles
DateLate 20th century
Dimensions20 1/4” L x 17 1/2” W
Materials/TechniqueHandspun natural llama and sheep wool
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Emilio Spadola
Object numberNLA2009.15.SPA
DescriptionTari or Inkuña, ceremonial / ritual cloth in natural camelid and sheep colors. Unusual asymmetrical bands, irregular layout, and size
Place of origin / madeProvincia Sajama, Department of La Paz, South America
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