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Beloved animals in the Andean highlands, alpacas are prized for their warm fleece. Isidoro C'cahuantico depicts them in silhouette on a reversible throw. Woven of an alpaca wool blend, it is extremely warm, yet lightweight and beautiful.
- 0.74 kgs
- 1.6 lbs
- 150 cm W x 168 cm H
- 59" W x 66" H
- 55% alpaca, 45% acrylic
- Dry clean only
- Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touch
- Made in Peru.
- Ships fast from USA.
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Microcredit Financing
Isidoro C'cahuantico has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2850 and the most recent for $2850. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of larger quantities of alpaca yarn to increase production.
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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
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This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
Write a review"I became enamored with the textile arts at first sight... My curiosity led me into the world of textiles, looms and weaves."
Isidoro C'cahuantico Mendoza was born in 1954 in a village near Cuzco. During the 1970s, he was forced to migrate when terrorists swept his region.... read more
