The Parker & Neal Mola Collection - Part 1
Lot 162:
Description
Panama (Guna Yala), circa 1970s
12 x 13.25 inches (each panel)
Reverse appliqué mola panel worked in three layers of orange, red, and dark black cotton, featuring two large confronting birds rendered within a dense, fully saturated labyrinthine composition, each with distinctive embroidered eyes. Applied to a child’s short-sleeve blouse constructed with blue commercial floral-print cotton body fabric, yellow ric-rac trim at the yoke, and red neckband. Techniques include reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery.
Provenance: From the Parker & Neal Collection.
Condition report:
Minor wear and fading consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required.
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