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20th Century Red Mola Quilt, Kuna People, San Blas Islands, Panama
$2,400
£1,821.06
€2,082.22
CA$3,352.15
A$3,727.13
CHF 1,946.10
MX$45,368.29
NOK 24,831.43
SEK 23,265.87
DKK 15,540.03
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20th century Mola quilt, Kuna People, San Blas Islands, Panama
This large quilt is composed of thirty-six molas, including some depicting various animals and sea creatures, Jesus Christ, some boxers, ships, insects, and traditional abstract motifs. Vota Frampo (Frente Amplio Popular, FRAMPO, a small left of center party created in 1977) and Partido Frazte are political references. 74 inches (187 cm) high, 96 inches (243 cm) wide.
It is backed with black cotton and is in excellent condition.
- Dimensions:Height: 74 in (187.96 cm)Width: 96 in (243.84 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Third quarter 20th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: ZK#38161stDibs: LU1778236493012
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