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Mapuche weaving

Americas tradition · 4 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

One of the best-known arts of the Mapuche is their textiles. The tradition of Mapuche textile production dates back to pre-Hispanic times and continues up to this day. Prior to the 20th century, Mapuche textiles and, in particular, ponchos were important trade items. Wikipedia →

Types & examples

"Sumpall" (mujer pez, ser mitológico mapuche)
"Sumpall" (mujer pez, ser mitológico mapuche)
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"Antü ka Meli witran mapu" (el sol y los cuatro puntos cardinales, cosmovisión mapuche)
"Antü ka Meli witran mapu" (el sol y los cuatro puntos cardinales, cosmovisión mapuche)
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Trarican macun (child's poncho) from Chile, Mapuche people, Honolulu Museum of Art
Trarican macun (child's poncho) from Chile, Mapuche people, Honolulu Museum of Art
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Artesania Chilena - Manta Mapuche
Artesania Chilena - Manta Mapuche
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Where to buy

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