Mola Panel with Turkey and Lizard
Maker
Unknown, Kuna
DateLate 20th C
MediumCloth
Dimensions11 3/4” H x 16 1/2” W
SignedNone
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by the Native American Studies Program in honor of Emily Hutton-Hughes
Object numberNLA2011.47.NAST
DescriptionMola panel with two fabric layers in maroon and white create reverse appliqué spiral background and borders of a large turkey. The body and tail feathers of the turkey, as well as the images of a lizard and a plant are created with multicolored appliqué fabrics. Embroidery defines the face and legs of the turkey as well as decorating the tail feathers, lizard, and plant.
ClassificationsTextiles
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