Archival Textile No. 106 is a highly complex specimen of traditional Andean backstrap-loom weaving. Measuring a substantial 74" x 56", this textile is defined by a rhythmic arrangement of electric fuchsia, deep indigo, and olive-earth tones. It represents a rare intersection of high-intensity pigmentation and dense structural iconography.

Archive Acquisition Rationale: No. 106 was admitted into the archive for its exceptional scale and the clarity of its woven symbols. The presence of traditional Inti (sun) and mountain motifs across multiple panels—combined with the survival of the neon-fuchsia register—marks this as a superior example of mid-century ceremonial aesthetic.

The Archive Note: Originally engineered as a heavy-duty thermal barrier for Andean winters, the textile has transitioned from a rugged utility object to a refined interior specimen. Its status is marked by an heirloom patina—a softening of the hand-spun sheep wool achieved through decades of authentic use. The central union seam serves as a physical record of the weaver’s body, marking the human-scale limits of the loom.

Condition Assessment: Archive-preserved vintage condition. Structural integrity remains exceptionally intact, with no compromise to the complex symbol-weft or the hand-joined union seam. Minor tonal variations are consistent with authentic mid-century provenance.

Curator’s Notes:

• Symbolic Density: Selected for the rare inclusion of multiple iconographic panels, a time-intensive process that distinguishes it from simpler striped textiles.

• Chromatic Preservation: Features an unusually preserved electric fuchsia register, a hallmark of master-level dye application.

• Architectural Display: Given its scale and symbolic narrative, this piece is equally compelling as a floor installation or a mounted textile work.

Technical Specifications:

• Classification: Vintage Andean Textile / Large Symbol Frazada

• Dimensions: 74" x 56" (188 cm x 142 cm)

• Material: 100% High-Altitude Hand-Spun Peruvian Sheep Wool

• Construction: Double-Panel Backstrap Loom

• Origin: Cusco Highlands, Peru | Mid–Late 20th Century

Care & Conservation: As a high-integrity, hand-spun wool object, No. 106 is naturally soil-resistant. For archival maintenance, we recommend periodic airing in indirect sunlight and professional dry cleaning only if necessary. Avoid high-suction vacuuming to preserve the hand-loomed symbols.

Recommended Companion Objects: To balance the high-intensity register of No. 106, we recommend pairing with blackened iron, charred wood furniture, or matte basalt stone. The indigo and fuchsia tones perform exceptionally well in spaces with industrial or contemporary architectural elements.

Provenance & Stewardship: Sourced through long-standing relationships with indigenous weaving families across the Peruvian highlands. These acquisitions contribute to the continued preservation of regional weaving traditions.

Due to the nature of these one of a kind vintage textile they are sold as it is, no refunds on any vintage product.