Wallq’ipu (Coca Leaf Bag)
Maker
Unknown, Aymara
DateMid 20th Century
MediumYarn, handspun llama and sheep wool and Merino sheep wool trade yarn
Dimensions9” H (without strap) x 6 1/2” W
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Anthony and Lorraine Aveni in memory of John M. Longyear
Object numberNLA2010.05.AVE
DescriptionWallq’ipu coca leaf bag with six tiered tassels, a type that is carried during ceremonial dances and by Andean Indian community leaders. It has stripes of white diamond designs flanking animal motifs. The short, braided strap is more recent than the weaving.
ClassificationsTextiles
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20th C, 1980-90
