Peruvian Textile Arts History – MUNDO ANDINO PERU 🇵🇪

Textile art is the most important artisan manifestation in Peru. It appears during the pre-ceramic archaic period (approximately 2000 BC), once man managed to domesticate cotton and fibers.

The most important textile vestiges are those left by the Wari and Paracas cultures. The techniques of the Wari culture (located northeast of Ayacucho) were later assumed by the Inca culture and later by the Spanish conquerors, who arrived in the 15th century.

At present, the fibers most used for weaving in the Peruvian highlands, in the regions of Puno, Cusco, Huancavelica, Ayacucho and Junín, are alpaca, vicuña, llama and sheep, among others.

How can this Andean blanket be used ?

This work of art has a beautiful design that can be used in different ways , such as a tablecloth, bed or sofa cover, it can also be used as a picnic blanket or as a ground cover for outdoor events.

Recommendation : These pieces are handmade and we recommend washing them by hand. Wash cold / dry flat, do not wring or twist. For best results, dry clean. Dry cleaning is recommended for a longer life.

🌎 shipping worldwide : This product is shipped t hrough DHL Express (it takes about 3-7 business days for delivery package)