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Object Number
48-40-30/6996
Display Title
Poncho called makun - all white when woven, tie-dyed to produce blue- +
Descriptions
Object Description
Poncho called makun - all white when woven, tie-dyed to produce blue-black pattern; anciently worn by chiefs - currently worn by men of all ranks and ages
Inventory Description
Poncho, black and tan with fringe
Classification
- Poncho
Department
Ethnographic
Culture
- Mapuche
- Araucan
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
/
Chile
/
Araucania
/
Cautin
/
Cholchol
Materials
Wool
Dimensions
Overall: 148 x 110 cm (58 1/4 x 43 5/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
48-40-30/6996
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