Andean Manta Cloth - Large by Shamans Market

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Andean Manta Cloth - Large

SKU:	tx05-36
Product Size:	46.5 in. x 48 in.
Stock:	1 in stock
Availability:	Ships Now

Description:
Rich and vibrant colors in stylized shapes and stripes are woven and embroidered on this large manta. A pattern similar to a flower on a stem is featured in the weave. more info

Your Price: $200.00

Detailed Information:

Because fabrics woven on the traditional backstrap looms are relatively narrow, panels are often joined to make wider pieces for mantas and ponchos. The methods of joining strips together are both functional and decorative. Different procedures are used to join the pieces of a finished weaving .. Careful finishing can enhance a good weaving...Chucay or chuscay is the sewing that joins pieces of woven cloth. The sewing can be done simply or with complex embroidery stitches that add a special decorative touch. Embroidery stitches include the chaska (star) or tika (flower) or...kenko (zigzag).... From Weaving in the Peruvian Highlands by Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez.

Origin Information:

These items come from a variety of sources in Peru and elsewhere.


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