Misa Inkuna (Ritual Cloth)
Maker
Unknown, Quechua
DateLate 20th Century
MediumBeads/glass, handspun sheep wool and small amount of synthetic trade yarn
Dimensions21” H x 22” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Amy Groleau
Object numberNLA2010.29.GRO
DescriptionMisa inkuña altar ritual cloth. Field of dark variegated sheep wool with dark red rust side bands.
ClassificationsTextiles
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