Description: VTG Kuna 2 Mola blouse handmade reverse applique Panama appears to be a dog and bird on each side. Pit to pit 16 1/2", length 19 1/2". This one is missing its peplum / bottom ruffle. No side zipper. There is a zipper in the back neck but it is broken - its teeth don't mesh. The stitching at the base of the zip is also coming out. There is a stain on one sleeve (see photo). Vintage Kuna (Cuna) Indian Mola Handsewn Folk Art from the San Blas Islands off the coast of Panama. The panels feature reverse applique, and embroidery. They are made from brightly colored fabric, and usually reflect local wildlife or domestic animals, or geometric patterns. Women sometimes copy a picture seen on a label from a commercial product or from a magazine. These panels were not initially sewn for art - they serve as front and back blouse panels for women and girls on the islands - as in this case. Complementary panels (one back, one front) usually show slight differences in their patterns or colors. They would all be considered "used" as the blouses would be worn, then often deconstructed to sell the panels to tourists. These molas are from my personal collection purchased directly from indigenous women on the islands in the late 80s. They can be framed or used for cushion covers. I have also seen several used together to make an interesting quilt. Please see photos and ask any questions.Feedback is appreciated.Shipping to continental US only. Please be sure your delivery area is secure. I cannot be responsible for items reported delivered that have disappeared from your delivery area.
Price: 60 USD
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
End Time: 2023-11-01T17:48:11.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.45 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Featured Refinements: Collectible Mola
Country/Region of Manufacture: Panama
Modified Item: No
Handmade: Yes
