The Parker & Neal Mola Collection - Part 1
Lot 352:
Description
Panama (Guna Yala), circa 1960s
16.5 x 19 inches
Reverse appliqué and appliqué mola panel depicting three large stylized cowboy boots arranged in a row, executed in three layers of red, black, and green cotton. Each boot is outlined in black with green channeling and contains distinct interior compositions: twisted chain-link columns in yellow, blue, and pink flank central spirit figures and botanical forms. Between and below the boots, appliquéd leaves with veined detailing, small stars, and a trident-shaped motif fill the surrounding field. Dense multicolored filling bars in yellow, orange, blue, pink, teal, white, and purple throughout the red ground. Zigzag scalloped border in orange and black along the upper edge with plain cotton binding below. Fine hand-stitching throughout.
Provenance: From the Parker & Neal Collection.
Condition report:
Minor wear and fading consistent with age, as well as, a few spots. 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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