Poncho

MOA: University of British Columbia

3295/45

Poncho composed of two rectangular pieces of woven fabric, sewn together on one edge with a head hole at centre. Short knotted fringe lines both sides. Two horizontal bands decorate both front and back; a thin band near top, and thick band near the bottom. The garment slightly tapers in.

  • Narrative

    Purchased by donor outside of Cuzco at an artists' cooperative.


  • Type of Item poncho
  • Culture Peruvian
  • Material fibre
  • Measurements height 84.5 cm, width 152.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Barbara Heller, Michael Karton
  • Received from Barbara Heller, Michael Karton

  • Made in Cuzco

  • Creation Date before 2017
  • Ownership Date before April 11, 2018
  • Acquisition Date on April 11, 2018

  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3295/0045