Gorgeous Vintage Kuna Mola Framed Fabric Art 2 Birds Facing Each Other Folk Art
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Gorgeous Vintage Kuna Mola Framed Fabric Art 2 Birds Facing Eachother Folk Art . Condition is Used. The colors are so vibrant in this framed piece-its bound be a conversation starter wherever is is displayed. Thin black metal frame with brown burlapish matting (edge of the matte in left hand corner is slightly squished). Tiny fray on edge of matte that can be trimmed. No glass in frame.
The frame measures: 23”x17&3/4”16&3/4”x11.5” of the mola is visible in frame. I’ve n...ever opened the frame to see the actual size of the original Mola.
Background on artwork:According to Wikipedia:
Molas have their origin in body painting. Only after colonization by the Spanish and contact with missionaries did the Guna start to transfer their traditional geometric designs on fabric, first by painting directly on the fabric and later by using the technique of reverse applique. Molas are hand-made using a reverse applique technique. Several layers (usually two to seven) of different-coloured cloth (usually cotton) are sewn together; the design is then formed by cutting away parts of each layer. The edges of the layers are then turned under and sewn down. Often, the stitches are nearly invisible. This is achieved by using a thread the same color as the layer being sewn, sewing blind stitches, and sewing tiny stitches.
I hope you enjoy this true work of art and craftsmanship!Shipping rates are not inflated by the sellerin any way. Buyers assume all shippingcosts for their item upon purchase. Ifyou are unsure if the cost of shipping is accurate, please contact me for anexact quote. Any postage overage of $2or more will be refunded.
The frame measures: 23”x17&3/4”16&3/4”x11.5” of the mola is visible in frame. I’ve n...ever opened the frame to see the actual size of the original Mola.
Background on artwork:According to Wikipedia:
Molas have their origin in body painting. Only after colonization by the Spanish and contact with missionaries did the Guna start to transfer their traditional geometric designs on fabric, first by painting directly on the fabric and later by using the technique of reverse applique. Molas are hand-made using a reverse applique technique. Several layers (usually two to seven) of different-coloured cloth (usually cotton) are sewn together; the design is then formed by cutting away parts of each layer. The edges of the layers are then turned under and sewn down. Often, the stitches are nearly invisible. This is achieved by using a thread the same color as the layer being sewn, sewing blind stitches, and sewing tiny stitches.
I hope you enjoy this true work of art and craftsmanship!Shipping rates are not inflated by the sellerin any way. Buyers assume all shippingcosts for their item upon purchase. Ifyou are unsure if the cost of shipping is accurate, please contact me for anexact quote. Any postage overage of $2or more will be refunded.
