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This Tapa or Ngatu cloth was made of mulberry bark fiber in Tonga during the 20th century. Tapa or Ngatu in Tonga is a type of decorated barkcloth found throughout Polynesia. The inner bark of the paper mulberry tree is beaten with a mallet and joined into a large cloth which is then decorated with natural dyes and pigments. The decoration is called Kupesi and references the natural world, seasons and Tongan cosmology.
Polynesian Ngatu Tapa Cloth - 4’11 x 6’9
$750.00 Sold out
Antique kerman a snake attacking a duck in front of their ducklings and the bottom cornices depict a wolf attacking a rabbit. a little gruesome and include the rare addition of blood woven in but are true to the natural order. The rug is depicting a variation of the allegory of the
Antique Kerman Allegory Rug - 4’8 x 6’5
$5,500.00 Sold out
jewel toned caucasian seychour runner cabbge roses running dog
Antique Seychour Runner - 3’11 x 12’1
$6,500.00 Sold out
chimu fragment box
Pre-Columbian Textile Box - 4.5" x 6" x 2"
$120.00 Sold out
chimu precolumbian fragment box
Pre Columbian Frog and Birds Box - 4.5" x 8.5" x 2"
$250.00 Sold out
It features a variation of the classic log cabin design in 42 squares. The concentric squares are broken up by a highly contrasting concentric diamond over the top. A very striking composition with great visual power. Would be very impactful hung on a wall. Quilt
Heirloom Log Cabin Quilt - 5’8 x 6’9
$1,500.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola features two scorpions, one small and one large.
Scorpions Guna Mola Cloth - 1' x 1'4
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola features a strange face.
Strange Face Guna Mola Cloth - 1' x 1'6
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs tThis Mola features the Panamanian coat of arms with the words
Coat of Arms Guna Mola Cloth - 1' x 1'2
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola mentions Escuela Acuatupu and features two Panamanian flags.
Flags Guna Mola Cloth - 11" x 1'3
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths Mola features a map of Panama with the countries first president celebrates the nation's 100 year birthday.
Centenial Guna Mola Cloth - 1'1 x 1'3
$120.00 Sold out
mola, guna people, panama, escuela caledonia centennial
Centennial Guna Mola Cloth - 11" x 1'3
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola features the crucifixion of Jesus. The fabric is in very good condition. 
Crucifixion Guna Mola Cloth - 1'1 x 1'4
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola features four fish and what are likely sea plants on a yellow ground.
Yellow Fish Guna Mola Cloth - 1' x 1'3
$120.00 Sold out
Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola features two pairs of confronting birds heads.
Pink & Black Birds Guna Mola Cloth - 1'1 x 1'8
$120.00 Sold out
Fachralo Kazak bold contrasting color and open space to striking effect. Primary tones of red, yellow and blue and enhanced with the addition of turquoise and ivory. A simple pattern of rosettes and pinwheels evokes an abstract depiction of bees and flowers. Bees in the Caucasus can symbolize those who collect the 'honey' of traditional wisdom and preserve it for further generations. Top quality dyes to meaty wool to create a balanced and elegant rendering which provokes an emotional response.
Powerful Antique Fachralo Kazak Rug - 3’7 x 4’7
$7,500.00 Sold out