Wallq’ipu (Coca Leaf Bag)
Maker
Unknown, Aymara
DateLate 20th Century
MediumYarn, handspun sheep wool and synthetic trade yarn
Dimensions4 1/2” H x 4 3/4” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by William Cawthern ‘11
Object numberNLA2010.03.CAW
DescriptionWallq’ipu coca leaf bag with repeated interlocking scroll design. Simple edge tubing along sides and top. Simple suspension strap.
ClassificationsTextiles
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