Detail of LLICLLA (Woman's Mantle) late 19th
century. Alpaca wool. From Pitumarca, Department of Cusco. Bands
of Compounded Complementary Warp Weave (3-span floats in
alternating alignment) alternating with bands of plain warp
weave. Noteworthy is another variation of the "Chuncho"
or "Inka" Pallay at center left. This alternates with
early republican floral motifs and Tocapu-derived designs in the
accessory bands.Exceptional color values.