Carriel and Sombrero Vueltiao


Item Number: 657

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $400

Online Close: Apr 12, 2014 6:00 PM CDT

Bid History: 7 bids - Item Sold!


Description

Carriel is a handmade leather satchel from Colombia.  It is similar in appearance to a saddlebag, but is worn over the shoulder.  The bag is associated with paisa culture and commerce and is a beloved symbol of the industrious people from Antioquia.  The sombrero vueltiado is a traditional hat from Columbia and one of its symbols.  It is made of a type of cane locally known as cane flecha. 

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