Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands. Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses. This Mola features colorful abstracted bird head forms.

Colorful Birds Guna Mola Cloth - 1' x 1'4

Regular price $120.00 Sale

Vintage Mola cloth handmade by the Guna (previously spelled Kuna) people of the San Blas Islands.

Mola is a reverse appliqué technique, similar to the technique used in quilting but using multiple layers of different-colored cloth that are first sewn together before a design is created by cutting away different layers. These cloths are traditionally made in pairs to be worn on the front and back of women's blouses.

This Mola features colorful abstracted bird head forms.

The fabric is in very good condition. There are some loose threads from that previously connected the mola to a blouse.

Size: 1' x 1'4" [30m x 41cm]

Age: Vintage

Country of Origin: Guna People of San Blas islands, Panama

Type of Textile: Guna Mola Appliqué

Material: Mixed Materials

Pile Height: N/A

Condition: Very Good

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