Kaman ch’uspa (Leader's Ritual Pouch)
Maker
Unknown, Aymara
Datelate 20th Century
MediumYarn, Alpaca and sheep wool with minor amounts of trade yarns
Dimensions8 1/4” H including fringe x 6 1/2” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Dr. James Dickinson ‘39 in memory of John M. Longyear
Object numberNLA2009.11.DIC
DescriptionKaman ch’uspa ritual pouch/bag for a community kamani (elected member of indigenous village who directs the planting and maintenance of crops. Position usually held by a man and his wife). Traditionally the man carries the coca pouch. This pouch was woven with traditional black field and colorful bands. Black represents Pachamama, Mother Earth.
ClassificationsPersonal Accessories
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