The Parker & Neal Mola Collection - Part 1
Lot 294:
Description
Panama (Guna Yala), circa 1970s
14 x 17 inches
Boldly composed reverse appliqué and applique mola panel featuring a radial quatrefoil design of four stylized leaf or plant forms arranged around a central axis, each lobe filled with serrated, comb-like interior elements and flanked by interlocking geometric filler motifs in the corners. Worked in three layers of orange, maroon, and turquoise cotton, with accent inlays of pink, magenta, green, yellow, blue, and white achieved through fine reverse appliqué windows. Executed with hand appliqué, reverse appliqué, and hand embroidery detailing throughout, with dense parallel running-stitch quilting defining the orange ground. Strong bilateral and radial symmetry with richly saturated color layering.
Provenance: From the Parker & Neal Collection.
Condition report:
Minor wear consistent with age, along with some spots. Vibrant color. 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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