Rare Old Ceremonial Poncho ANDES INDIAN Fringed Wool Ponchito Textile TM10165

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Rare Old Ceremonial Poncho ANDES INDIAN Fringed Wool Ponchito Textile TM10165:
$95.00

AN AUTHENTIC ANDES INDIAN CEREMONIAL PONCHITO
FROM BOLIVIA

Inventory Number: TM10165
Origin: Provincia Charcas, Department of Potosí, Plurinational State of Bolivia.
Basic Description: An authentic indigenous Native American hand woven, warp-faced small poncho.
Native Name: Phista punchu or punchitu.
Language Group: Aymara – formerly Uruqilla. Quechua as a second language is spoken in the region.
Approximate Age: Early-20th century.
Materials: Tightly handspun natural and dyed llama wool and handspun dyed sheep wool.
Approximate Size: 36 inches by 37 inches including 1 ¼ inches of peripheral fringe.
Colors: As in photos.
Condition: Good, used condition [See AKATAKSA TEXTILE “CONDITION” TERMS below]. There are a couple of tiny, insignificant worn spots in the gray field. There is a single very small worn spot in the field where the fibers have frayed affecting an area about 1/2 inch by ¼ inch and resulting in a tiny hole about 1/8 inch in diameter. In a few areas the over-dyed black stripes have ever so slightly \"run/bled\" into adjacent pink and orange stripes although the transfer is extremely subtle. The center seam is original and in perfect condition. The peripheral fringe is nearly perfect with only a few fringe elements missing. Some sections of fringe were originally blue in color but have faded to extremely light purplish-gray colors from age. What was originally green fringe has also significantly faded to a light, greenish-gray color. The colorful bands in the body of the poncho have also muted with age. There are light darkened spots from use but none are particularly unsightly. The textile displays quite admirably. Despite the noted condition, from a short distance the ponchito appears to be in superb condition. Please refer to the photos.

Remarks: This lot consists of an attractive and relatively rare ponchito (small poncho) from the altiplano of the department of Potosí. This tribal textile was worn historically during ceremonial events. The ponchito has an all-natural variegated gray field with four bands of color, each consisting of nine stripes in two different color combinations. The periphery is finished with a hand-woven ribbon about ½ inch wide with tight, two-ply fringe. The fringe was originally blue, yellow, green and dark red but at least half of those colors have faded significantly through time (see Condition above). The ponchito was expertly woven with selvage on all four sides. There are about 40 warps per inch and 14 wefts per inch. This is a very old and difficult-to-encounter ceremonial poncho that displays very well.

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AKATAKSA TEXTILE “CONDITION” TERMS:

Terms used to describe the physical condition of textiles can be subjective and vary greatly from one observer to another. What some others call “mint” condition, we call “good”; what others call “excellent” condition, we call “fair.” We present as accurate and truthful descriptions of condition as possible. We make a concerted effort to describe all damage and repairs precisely. Following are explanations of the terms we use.

MINT = Like new. Unused, as if taken off the loom. No wear or patina of any kind. These textiles may have “nubs” or even loose, uncut threads from the weaving process.
EXCELLENT = Usually only lightly used, often guarded or stored for many years. There may be extremely light wear, patina and sheen from use. There may also be nearly undetectable light staining or soiling from use. The colors may have muted ever so slightly due to age or exposure, often improving the beauty of a textile.
VERY GOOD = Usually lightly or only periodically used. The surface may be very lightly but evenly worn. There are no tears or distracting holes. There may be minimal surface discoloration. Vintage textiles may have lightly darkened yarn from use and age (staining and soiling). Overall, the textile will be in outstanding condition and at a displayable distance will appear perfect.
GOOD = Usually moderately to well-used. There may be light to medium staining, isolated or throughout. Some parts of the textile may be worn or have very small holes, occasionally exposing hidden thread yarns. Edges may be lightly frayed. Surface discoloration due to age and exposure is common but often improving the appearance of a textile. There may be minor, light or isolated, dye “run.” Damage will not distract significantly from the textile when displayed.
FAIR = Either well-used or moderately abused. Extensive wear is common as is some “bleeding” or dye “run.” In most 20th century cases, the colors have considerably faded. Sections of fringe or tassels may be missing. Textiles may be in otherwise excellent condition but with a single isolated sector of damage, that greatly reduces its aesthetic appeal. Most vintage tribal textiles on the market are in FAIR TO GOOD condition.
POOR = Showing evidence of extreme usage and damage. These textiles do not display well and are primarily useful as study specimens or examples of sometimes very rare textiles.

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