Warp-face woven ceremonial coca cloth (incuna or tari). Aymara indigenous group, Bolivia, Altiplano region. Mid 19th century. Incuna's were used in various ceremonies. They acted as a mesa or platform upon which ritual offerings were arranged. The Aymara believe that fine cloth is a necessary element for all ritual or ceremonial performances. This piece was woven mostly of finely spun, naturally colored (undyed) alpaca fiber with 2 ply yarns in brown, tan, white and mixed grey. The piece shows the diverse color range found in the highland alpaca fiber bred by the Aymara over the centuries. Using only a small amount of naturally dyed alpaca yarns as seen here in red, yellow and green is not typicall. The banding is well proportioned with a grand scale which often indicates decent age. This is a very nicely woven textile in good condition. Size: 29.5 x 25 inches. 29 x 25 inches. Ask about this