Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage Andean Chuspa (traditional coca leaf or shaman medicine pouch). This striking bag features an intricate, heavily detailed hand-loomed construction showcasing traditional geometric diamond and nested chevron iconography characteristic of the Bolivian Altiplano (Cochabamba/Tarabuco regions).**Material & Authenticity:**
Unlike common modern souvenir reproductions made from cheap acrylic strings, this vintage piece has been carefully burn-tested and is guaranteed to be 100% natural organic wool/alpaca fiber. It features a wonderful rustic texture with earthy, deep natural tones (cream, rich dark brown, tan, and ochre). **Design Details:**
- Exquisite, densely woven structural geometry on both sides.
- Surrounded by rows of multi-colored yarn pom-poms/tassels decorating the sides and base.
- Thick, incredibly sturdy multi-ply braided shoulder strap.
- Open-top style pouch.**Condition:**
Excellent vintage condition! The weaving remains exceptionally tight, structural, and vibrant. No major stains, unravelling, or dry rot. A highly collectible piece of ethnographic Latin American textile art.Style: Shoulder Bag / Crossbody / PouchMaterial: 100% Wool / Alpaca Natural Fibers (Burn tested!)Theme: Tribal / Bohemian / Ethnographic / Folk ArtPattern: Geometric Diamond & Tribal ChevronFeatures: Hand-loomed, Heavy Braided Strap, Multi-Yarn Fringes & TasselsVintage: Yes (Estimated circa 1960s–1980s Mid-Century)Country/Region of Manufacture: Bolivia (Andean Region)
The dimensions are 10 inches high,
7 inches wide and the handle drop is
8 inches.
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