Ahuayo c. 20th century

The Ahuayo is a hand-woven textile made of colorful stripes in green, red, white, and yellow. The piece is a 20th-century example of traditional Peruvian weaving, with its rich and complex design, likely intended for a variety of uses including clothing or home furnishings. The Ahuayo, on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases the skill and artistry of anonymous Andean weavers, demonstrating the enduring legacy of textile traditions in the region.