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The ancient Inca empire considered its textiles the most valuable treasures in the nation, creating a long lineageof artisans specialized in transforming yarns intoworks of art. Part of this tradition, Peruvian artisanLiceth Principe shows her talent in a cozy cardigandepicting classic Inca motifs. Featuring a longer fit,crew neckline, and a covered buttons down thefront placket.

The ancient Inca empire considered its textiles the most valuable treasures in the nation, creating a long lineageof artisans specialized in transforming yarns intoworks of art. Part of this tradition, Peruvian artisanLiceth Principe shows her talent in a cozy cardigandepicting classic Inca motifs in shades of red. Featuring a longer fit, crew neckline, and a covered buttons down the front placket.

The magnificent Inca Empire left the world a legacy of stunning textiles ornamented with intricate geometric patterns, often in a palette of vibrant hues. As heiress of the ancient Andean culture, Peruvian artisan Maria Cutipa crafts a 100% alpaca cardigan sweater in a kimono style with trendy short sleeves, an open front and elegant fringes dangling from the piece. The garment is also embellished with classic Inca motifs in a warm color scheme, making this unique design a symbol of the artist's beloved homeland.

Wear this bag any way you like. Kathiana Quispe crafts it with two different removable straps that will allow you to wear it as a shoulder bag, crossbody, wristlet, or an elegant evening clutch. She mixes the colors and textures of smooth tobacco leather with a tooled geometric pattern along the flap's edge. This bag is fully lined and comes with a flap magnetic closure, a zippered interior pocket, and an adjustable strap.

Katiana Quispe's work mixes the old traditions of her native Cusco with functional, modern designs. She learned the art of tooling leather from her father and uses Andean textiles as inspiration for her work.

Energetic vibrancy and cultural significance come together in this captivating bucket bag crafted from leather in bright shades of red. Peruvian artisan Kathiana Quispe’s chic design is accented with a colorful handwoven alpaca blend fabric adorned with traditional Inca motifs. Boasting a long, adjustable strap, allowing you to wear it cross-body, a secure zippered closure, a fully lined interior and a convenient zippered pocket, this bag is not just a fashion statement but also a practical accessory for everyday use.

This elegant men's intarsia knit pullover sweater is crafted of pure alpaca wool yarns by Peru's Maria Cutipa. Inspired by the patterns and motifs of pre-Inca cultures, the artisan knits the sweater with geometric designs in sepia, espresso and Prussian blue. A rib knit trims the crew neckline, hem and cuffs.