Shawl

About this object

Narrative

Purchased in June 1978 in the Cuzco Indian market from Maria Denunez. Made in a large textile factory in the Cuzco area.

Cultural context

Worn by women.

Physical description

Shawl featuring a geometric pattern composed of rectangles arranged in a latticework design in green and black. The shawl is finished with a fringe along each edge.

 

Categories

Dress & Adornment Textiles

Materials

Wool fibre Dye

Date Made

Before June 1978

Date Acquired

10 Oct 1978

How Acquired

Sold

Measurements

Overall: 123.5 cm x 133 cm

Object Number

Sf489