Mola Art

1. Mola

 

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2. Origin

Mola used to be body paint art that the Kuna Indians would put on themselves before the Spanish arrived to Panama.

3. Characteristics

  Mola is made by cutting into the top layers to reveal the several layers below. They use a combination of natural and geometric shapes.

4. Function

Now the Mola is made on dresses and tapestries by Kuna women.

5. Rita Smith

Rita smith, is a native to Panama, living there for 24 years, an economist, and business woman in the US for more than 5 years. She was taught sewing by her mother and developed a deep love for textiles. She helps the Kuna people sell their craft and has become their main source of income.