Five Wak'as Jalq'a Tribe Textiles, Potolo, Chuquisaca, Bolivia, c.1900. Ranging in Size from: 8'' x 4'' (20 x 10 cm) to 29'' x 7.5'' (74 x 19 cm). Very rare sampler like textiles of uncertain use. Have not been produced among the Jalq'a for several generations. The principle icons found on their costume textiles are isolated into a different format decidedly not functional. Collected by famous author / explorer Jonathan Hill in 1975 and published with image in his book "Bolivian Textiles" published by Dover Press.Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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