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Send to a friendAndean Alpaca Wool Blend Hand Woven Tapestry from Peru, "Chakana Stars"
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Delivery EstimateAn astral symbol, the chakana symbolizes order in family and community life; it is taken from a constellation of stars that forms a square. The name means 'ladder to the sky' and the sacred Andean symbol is a manifestation of the union of mankind with the cosmos. The four points represent the four dimensions necessary for life in a spiritual, social, political and economic community.
The geometric motif glows in the middle of this colorful handloomed tapestry. Working in an alpaca blend, master artisan David Laura Zanabria pays tribute to Andean traditions, selecting both the techniques and colors favored by ancient peoples there.
Titled "Chakana" in Quechua.
- 0.88 kgs
- 1.9 lbs
- 90 cm L x 60 cm W
- 35" L x 23.5" W
- 95% alpaca, 5% acrylic, cotton warp
- Dry clean only
- Signed by the artist
- Display rod not included
- Intended as wall decor
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Peru
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Ronald
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04/10/2022
"A Statement Maker"
This is a vibrant and high-quality rug which adds a great accent to our family room.
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Jodi
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01/20/2022
"Beautiful Craftsmanship"
Stunning colors and craftsmanship. It is beautiful!
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Ann
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10/29/2021
"Gorgeous!"
This wall tapestry is such a quality piece that I hate to have to return it. Unfortunately, the colors are much more vibrant than I anticipated and just wont work in the room it was intended for. I will continue to explore other items made by this artisan.
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Carla
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10/03/2021
"Beautiful craftsmanship"
I was nothing but pleased with this purchase.
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Phyllis
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09/02/2021
"A truly magnificent piece!"
The tapestry just arrived and, although I originally planned to incorporate it as a wall hanging, I have placed it under my dining table which has a glass top and is surrounded by six black leather chairs - it is truly magnificent and I have already had compliments!
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Sabina
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09/01/2021
"Striking"
Im grateful for this powerful work of art. It is the first piece Ive yet to see where the dove is represented as a being of force and energetic change.
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David Laura Zanabria has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to purchase additional wool and dyes for his weaving business.
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