Lady weaving in Chinchero near Cusco Peru
by James Brunker
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Lady weaving in Chinchero near Cusco Peru
Artist
James Brunker
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Photograph - Photograph
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A young Quechua lady wearing traditional dress weaving a belt in the weekly tourist market at Chinchero near Cusco in Peru. Chinchero is famous for its weavers and high quality weavings and has several weaving cooperatives. These embroidered blouses, jackets and hats called monteras are typical of the village and surrounding area.
Photograph © James Brunker. Reproduction, transmission or publication in any form without prior written permission strictly prohibited.
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June 17th, 2022
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