Vintage Kuna Mola Bird Courage Hand Stitched Applique PANAMA Senior Level Art

Description

This Mola was created by a woman (1970's)of Kuna tribe in the San Blas islands,
Remarkable Stitching/Senior level artistry as she tells her story through master level stitching and art form.
Single extra Large Male Bird denotes Power/Courage/Owns the Sky.
Created with a long beak and very large wing span adds to his overall size.
His power demonstrated by a large beak grants him a variety of prey, and is seen feeding on the many resources available.
4 layer cloth, bright colors. Extraordinary applique stitching.
Measure19 wide x 18 long.
I find this form of art incredibly beautiful with such admirable cultural diversity and have some framed in my home.
No Smoking and Pet Free Home.
Thank you for looking.