Ceremonial Cocoa Cloth (Tari)
Aymara people, Bolivia, late 19th century
Alpaca wool with natural dyes (cochineal, indigo, natural brown pigment)
22” h x 26” w (55.88 x 66.04 cm)
SOLD
This tari, purchased in La Paz in 1986, features striking graphics that recall the aesthetics of a First Phase Navajo chief’s blanket. Some slight damage on one edge (see third photo).
