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Representations Of Nature In Andean Textiles, Catherine Joslyn
Representations Of Nature In Andean Textiles, Catherine Joslyn
Journal of Global Initiatives: Policy, Pedagogy, Perspective
Andean textile tradition is rich with symbolism demonstrating the close ties of Quechua speaking people of Peru with nature. The observations of several researchers and textile production centers bear witness to the fascinating world of Andean cosmology as it is expressed in traditional cloth. This article introduces many of these important ideas, people, and organizations to the reader.