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Mola with an eagle motif, based on Mexican peso of the 1920s
Object Number 28-52-30/F695
Display Title Mola with an eagle motif, based on Mexican peso of the 1920s
Descriptions
Object Description Mola, applique, eagle motif
Inventory Description Mola, black, stars, eagle, letters, numbers, geometric design
Classification
  • Applique
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Chocó
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Colombia
Additional Geographic Terms Atrato Valley
Materials Fiber, Dye, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 47.5 x 57.5 cm (18 11/16 x 22 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1

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