Coca Bag (Chuspa) 1850 - 1900

weaving, textile, wool

weaving

textile

collage layering style

wool

fashion and textile design

text

spray can art

latin-american

clothing theme

technology juxtaposition

costume

multicultural outfit

beaded

static composition

chaotic composition

decorative art

"Coca Bag (Chuspa)" is a traditional woven bag made by the Aymara people of the Andes region, dating back to the 19th century. It is a small, rectangular bag with a long strap, woven with intricate geometric patterns in vibrant colors like red, black, white, and blue. The intricate designs reflect the cultural heritage and aesthetic sensibilities of the Aymara people. This bag, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, serves as a testament to the enduring traditions of Andean textile arts.