Chincheros Unkuna Despacho Cloth

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$75.00

SKU: txd0010

Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 17 in

Availability: In stock

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This simple despacho cloth is hand woven with natural fibers in muted shades and features traditional Chincheros motifs in its side bands. From the Chincheros of the high Andes mountains of Peru. Photographer note: yes, this cloth has all four of its tassels, although the photo does not show it. Good catch!

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Unkhuñas, also known as despacho cloths, are used ceremonially for carrying small items, such as coca leaves or even lunch. For the people of Chincheros, Peru, weaving is a way of life, as important for preserving ancient traditions as it is for earning a livelihood. Handwoven in Peru.

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Chincheros

Chincheros is a small Andean Indian village located high up on the windswept plains of Anta at 3762m about 30km from Cusco. There are beautiful views overlooking the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with the Cordillera Vilcabamba and the snow-capped peak of Salkantay dominating the western horizon. Chincheros is believed to be the mythical birthplace of the rainbow. The village mainly comprises mud brick (adobe) houses, and locals still go about their business in traditional dress.

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