Coca Bag Possibly 1476 - 1532

This Coca Bag was crafted by the Inca people, its patterns rich with cultural meaning. Look at the geometric designs. These zigzags are not merely decorative; they are echoes of the mountains that dominate the Andean landscape, symbols of strength, endurance, and the cyclical nature of life itself. The bag reminds me of the recurring "serpent" motif—a symbol present in ancient Greece, Egypt, and even Mesoamerica. The serpent sheds its skin, much like mountains weather and reform, representing transformation. The Inca people may have subliminally imbued it with a sense of renewal and continuity. This concept of transformation touches something primordial within us. Note how the bag is adorned with tassels. These evoke a sense of movement and rhythm. They are reminiscent of the human desire for balance and harmony. Throughout time, these patterns reemerge, echoing through cultures, each time reflecting a collective yearning for meaning and connection.