This retro small Mola wall art tapestry from Panama and Colombia is a unique tribal piece of Latin American folk culture that brings modern decor touches anywhere it's displayed. Our unframed appliqué technique fabric is a vintage textile kind of indigenous art, becoming the perfect gift for quilt lovers or anyone looking to infuse their spaces with nature-themed art and aesthetic geometrical forms.

Model No: 03CM1153

Title: Hooks Geometric Mola

Origin: Indigenous Kuna Community of Panama and Colombia.

Style: Handmade Textile Art

Dimensions: 16.5 ”x 10.5” approx.

Age: Vintage from before 2000

Orientation: Landscape/Portrait

Shape: Rectangular

No of layers: 2

Technique: Reverse Appliqué Technique & Embroidery

Category: Labyrinthine Category, Geometric Style

NOTE

For more information about Mola’s categories, please check:

Jennings-Rentenaar, T. (2005). Kuna mola blouses: an example of the perpetuation of an art/craft form in a small-scale society [Doctoral dissertation, Ohio State University]

✂Packaging

Because we consider our Molas unique pieces, we like to treat them with care, either for you or as a gift for someone else. We will pack your item in a tissue paper protection bag and include a small extra note about its fascinating origins.

Traditional packaging methods and materials contribute to global warming and other environmental issues. We recycled packaging materials from other sources to reduce the amount of plastic involved in the shipping process.

I am happy to ship items as gifts to other addresses. Please add this information to the "note to seller" box during the checkout process.

✂Care

Molas are very sturdy and well-sewn. Authentic Molas have already been washed many times and can safely be cleaned with a damp cloth. Dry clean for best results.

✂Details

Descriptions and photographs of this product are as accurate as possible. However, please note that color representation alters depending on each monitor's settings

☞ IMPORTANT ☜

I do not refund lost or stolen packages. If you would like to purchase insurance for your order, please contact me before finalizing your purchase regarding the rate.

ABOUT MOLA TEXTILES

Mola textiles are traditional art forms created by Kuna women of Panama and Colombia. The word "Mola" means "shirt" in the Kuna language, and these intricate panels were originally part of women's traditional blouses. Today, they're recognized as significant Latin American folk art and are collected worldwide for their artistic and cultural value.

The reverse appliqué technique involves layering multiple colored fabrics and cutting through layers to reveal colors beneath, then hand-stitching edges to prevent fraying. This labor-intensive process can take weeks to complete, making each piece a testament to the artist's skill and patience.

INVESTMENT & COLLECTIBILITY

Authentic indigenous art from a recognized cultural tradition

Handmade craftsmanship - no two pieces are identical

Cultural significance - represents a living artistic tradition

Increasing collectability as traditional arts become rarer

Perfect gift for art lovers, collectors, or cultural enthusiasts

SHIPPING & HANDLING

Carefully packaged to preserve textile integrity

International shipping available.

CARE

Molas are very sturdy and well-sewn. Authentic Molas have been washed many times and can safely be cleaned with a damp cloth. Dry clean for best results.

ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHS

Descriptions and photographs of this product are as accurate as possible. However, please note that color representation alters depending on each monitor's settings

IMPORTANT NOTE

I do not refund lost or stolen packages. If you would like to purchase insurance for your order, please contact me before finalizing your purchase regarding the rate.

Buy with confidence - This authentic Mola represents genuine Kuna artistry and cultural heritage. Add this exceptional piece to your collection today