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What do molas symbolize?
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What molas symbolize depends on what the images contain. Triangles depict huts of ancestor spirits, while vertical lines represent rays of the sun. Both symbols signify that a person is under the protection of family members who have previously passed away. The zigzagging forms on the textiles are meant to be teeth scaring off evil spirits. On 1stDibs, find a range of Latin American art from some of the world's top galleries.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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Panamanian Mola Textiles, 5
Located in Astoria, NY
Group of Five Panamanian Mola Textiles, one depicting a crab, giltwood frame, two polychrome
Category
20th Century Panamanian Folk Art Tapestries
Materials
Textile
$850 / set
Vintage Mola Textile Pillowcase, Panama
Located in Istanbul, TR
-No insert.
-Hemp in the back.
-Zipper closure.
-Dry Cleaning is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Panamanian Folk Art Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton
20th Century Red Mola Quilt, Kuna People, San Blas Islands, Panama
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century Mola quilt, Kuna People, San Blas Islands, Panama
This large quilt is composed of
Category
Vintage 1970s Panamanian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Cotton
1960's Kuna Mola Guardian Angel Applique Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
, though some molas are also made by Kuna women from inland Panama and western Colombia. Developed in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Panamanian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Cotton
1960's Kuna Mola Tropical Birds Cotton Applique Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
, though some molas are also made by Kuna women from inland Panama and western Colombia. Developed in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Panamanian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Cotton
1960's Kuna Mola Tropical Bird Family Applique Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960's Kuna Mola, a traditional multi layered cotton applique tapestry hand sewn by Central
Category
Mid-20th Century Panamanian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Cotton
