South American Textile 1455

A captivating vintage South American hand-woven textile panel showcasing the brilliant artistry of Andean stripe weaving in a composition of stunning banded stripes in an array of vivid, saturated colors. The Andean stripe textile is one of the oldest and most fundamental compositional formats in the history of weaving — a format refined over three thousand years of continuous practice by the indigenous peoples of the Andes, from the pre-Columbian civilizations of Peru and Bolivia to the contemporary artisan communities of Colombia and Ecuador.

The richly saturated palette — achieved through natural plant-based dyes — reflects the Andean weaver's mastery of color and the extraordinary variety of dye sources available in the biodiversity-rich ecosystems of the Andes and Amazon. This textile brings the warmth, color, and ancient craft heritage of South America into any interior design scheme.

Dimensions: 2' 10" x 3' 8"

Date of Manufacture: Mid 20th Century

Place of Origin: South America

Material: Wool, natural dyes

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1455