An extraordinary indigenous textile exhibition, offering a slice of Bolivian history right from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times to present day, is going on in the Latin American country’s second largest city of La Paz.
An extraordinary indigenous textile exhibition, offering a slice of Bolivian history right from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times to #
Divided into three sections marking different eras, the event titled ‘Threads of Life’ is supported by the Cultural Centre of Spain and Palliri private foundation.
An extraordinary indigenous textile exhibition, offering a slice of Bolivian history right from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times to #
Running through May 11, 2013, the exhibition’s first room showcases an interesting display of dark ochre hued clothing, including the girdled men’s robe unku, used by the Andeans from the Hispanic and colonial eras.
An extraordinary indigenous textile exhibition, offering a slice of Bolivian history right from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times to #
The second room tells the story of the early twentieth century Bolivia, highlighting the dominance of Republican period. Separating rural and urban lives, the section exhibits Andean ponchos, Cholas’ attires and skirts, blouses, blankets and bowlers worn by the indigenous women of Altiplano. The room also displays European-style two-piece suits used by the urban people.
An extraordinary indigenous textile exhibition, offering a slice of Bolivian history right from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times to #
The third room features current Bolivian fashion trends, such as haute couture lines and apparels made of alpaca and cotton fibres, designed by the nation’s seven most promising young designers.
An extraordinary indigenous textile exhibition, offering a slice of Bolivian history right from the pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times to #
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