Frazada 2212
Tapestry woven of just about every natural tone you can imagine from alpacas, plus maybe leftover dyed yarn laying around. Oruro Region. Completely hand spun and woven, 20-30 years old. Two selvedge pieces stitched together. Approximately 68″x49″. Dry clean. Alpaca. Bolivia.
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Frazada 2313
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Frazada 2315
$380.00Nice throw, bedcover, or a picnic blanket. Masterly woven and dyed. The precision in planning and execution of this weaving, a result of an accomplished weaver with years of experience. La Paz Region. Completely hand spun and woven, 40 years old or older. Always woven in two selvedge pieces and stitched together. Approximately 67″x56″. Dry clean. Sheep’s wool. Bolivia.
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