Sara Raphe

The sara raphe design represents the leaves of the corn plant. Flowers, leaves, fruits, herbs, and seeds all play a role in daily life, and are therefore represented in textiles (Callañaupa Alvarez 2007).

References Cited

Callañaupa Alvarez, Nilda (2007). Weaving in the Peruvian Highlands: Dreaming Patterns, Weaving Memories. Hong Kong: Asia Pacific.