{"lots":[{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33657/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa january 1969 13 &times; 18 inches (2 mola panels) an exceptional complete traditional blouse featuring matched front and back mola panels worked in three layers of reverse appliqu&eacute; and applique. the bold composition displays 1969 in dramatic echoed numerals filling the entire field with dense, interlocking forms. the yoke is created with us military insignia printed fabric. this integration of western military symbols with traditional guna textile art represents a political statement. dense, fully filled composition demonstrating strong technical control. the numerical and geometric design shows sophisticated cutwork with complex curves and nested forms. complete wearable blouse with drawstring neckline. evidence of use with minor wear consistent with age. this piece exemplifies the politicization of mola art during a transformative period in panamanian history, combining traditional textile techniques with contemporary protest imagery. similar mola on page 252 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection \n  \n this mola has machine stitching."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"1","title":{"en":"guna politcal mola blouse 1969"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33657/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Yoke shows scattered spots and fading. Minor dirt scuff on one side of Mola. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:13:35.445Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33657,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33658/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1983 \n 13.25 &times; 17 inches \n a vibrant political mola panel worked in 3 layers with reverse appliqu&eacute;, appliqu&eacute;, and embroidery commemorating the guna general congress held in ustupu on april 21, 1983. the composition displays \"p.n.p.\" prominently at top, referencing the partido nacionalista popular, a political party the guna chose to support in opposition to the military regime of general manuel noriega. text bands read \"kunayala\" and \"ustupu, \" with additional text including \"aconvendio\" (a convention) and \"partido nacional\" with the date \"21 de abril de 1983.\" \n \n the central field features a guna woman dressed in a mola blouse, wearing a nose ring, and holding symbolic objects including a mirror, a voting ballot, a wooden mortar for hulling rice, and the symbol of the four directions\u2014the wheel of life. decorative cross motifs are scattered throughout, worked in multiple colors against black grounds. the guna general congress, held annually since approximately 1926 in rotating village locations, gathers the sahilas (chiefs) from each community to deliberate on matters of collective importance, including political endorsements. because guna communities traditionally vote as a bloc, their support carried significant political weight during this era of electoral interference. \n \n \n \n \n this one shows that the guna congresso decided to back the pnp (partido nacionalista popular) in opposition to the strongman military dictator, general manual noriega. \n \n \n as characteristic of guna textile tradition, the letters and numbers are rendered from memory and exhibit variations in form and spacing, reflecting the maker's visual interpretation of political signage and printed materials. worked in brilliant orange ground with red, black, pink, yellow, blue, green, and purple layers. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense, fully filled composition demonstrating strong technical control and sophisticated cutwork with complex curves and nested forms around the figurative elements. \n \n \n provenance: from the parker & neal collection \n \n \n  \n \n \n this is an updated description based on information generously provided by prudence grissom, author of a soon to published book \"molas: past, present & future\u2014the enduring art of the guna/kuna\""},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"2","title":{"en":"guna political mola panel kunayala congress"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33658/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:15:23.325Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33658,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33659/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 14.5 × 18.5 inches an impressive mola panel worked in 4 layers with reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring two mirrored spiritual figures with outstretched arms in a symmetrical composition. each figure displays a stylized face, elongated body with geometric patterning, and splayed hands and feet, surrounded by radiating concentric layers creating a dynamic butterfly or spiritual presence effect. the figure's limbs and wings show intricate parallel line work in multiple colors against black grounds. the figures demonstrate strong bilateral symmetry with precise geometric borders framing the lower register. the composition suggests spiritual or mythological significance, possibly representing guna cosmological beings or protective spirits. worked on brilliant orange ground with layers in burgundy, pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, and black. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with very tight stitch density. fully filled composition with sophisticated cutwork featuring complex curves, nested shapes, and radiating concentric bands. elaborate embroidered details enhance the limbs and decorative elements. single panel on orange cotton ground with decorative appliquéd ricrac border. this piece demonstrates advanced technical mastery with its multi-layered concentric patterning and complex figural work, representing a strong example of traditional guna spiritual iconography. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"3","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with twin spiritual figures"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33659/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and light fading consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:16:31.906Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33659,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33660/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33660/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33660/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33660/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33660/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33660/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 10 × 14 inches each a matched pair of mola panels worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery, featuring stylized bird or eagle motifs with the text \"akers\" prominently displayed. this pair references \"the boy fortune hunters in panama\" by floyd akers, the pen name of l. frank baum (author of \"the wizard of oz\"), published in 1907. the novel, part of baum's boy fortune hunters series, featured young american adventurers seeking treasure in panama during the canal construction era, reflecting early 20th-century fascination with the region and its transformation. each panel displays a bold, symmetrical bird figure with outstretched wings forming a heart-shaped composition. the birds feature central bodies with intricate reverse applique dot patterns and geometric wing extensions. corner elements frame the composition with nested rectangular forms. as characteristic of guna textile tradition, the text is rendered from memory with stylistic interpretation. the pairing of american literary adventure culture with traditional guna textile art demonstrates the cross-cultural awareness and commentary present in mid-to-late 20th century mola work, as makers engaged with foreign narratives about their homeland. worked on vibrant magenta/red cotton ground with layers in orange, yellow, pink, blue, green, and black. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense embroidered fill patterns create texture across the bird bodies. geometric borders demonstrate strong compositional control. matched pair on red cotton ground with decorative yoke bands. evidence of use with minor wear consistent with age. this pair exemplifies the integration of western literary references into traditional guna textile art, documenting cultural intersection during panama's modern era. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"4","title":{"en":"pair of guna mola panels with literary reference to \"the boy fortune hunters in panama\""},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33660/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:18:14.318Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33660,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33661/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 14.5 &times; 18 inches a vibrant mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqu&eacute;, appliqu&eacute;, and embroidery depicting a central figure flanked by elaborate symbolic and decorative elements. the surrounding field is densely filled with symbolic motifs including bells, botanical elements, cross forms, star shapes, and geometric patterns, all outlined in black and embellished with multicolored embroidery. scattered triangular elements in various colors create a dynamic, celebratory atmosphere throughout the composition. the integration of western holiday iconography (santa claus) with traditional guna aesthetic demonstrates cultural synthesis and the maker's engagement with external cultural influences. the figure's striped face treatment and elaborate costume suggest an interpretation of santa claus filtered through guna visual traditions, creating a unique cross-cultural representation that blends christmas imagery with indigenous textile art conventions. worked on deep burgundy/magenta cotton ground with layers in black, white, pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, and turquoise. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with very tight stitch density. dense embroidered fill patterns with cross-stitch and running stitch details. fully saturated composition with sophisticated cutwork featuring complex curves and nested forms. strong technical control throughout. single panel on burgundy cotton ground with turquoise backing visible. this piece exemplifies the incorporation of western holiday traditions into traditional guna textile art, documenting cultural exchange during the late 20th century. provenance: from the parker & neal collection \n  \n it was brought to our attention that lot 18 is the blouse mate to this mola. thank you prudence grissom for bringing that to our attention!"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"5","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with santa claus and holiday imagery"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33661/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:19:40.941Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33661,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33662/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 14 × 17 inches each a matched pair of mola panels worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery celebrating \"viva 3 de noviembre\" (long live november 3rd), commemorating panama's separation from colombia on november 3, 1903, and the birth of the republic of panama. this historic event, facilitated by united states intervention, led directly to the construction of the panama canal and fundamentally shaped panama's modern identity. each panel features a bold shield or coat-of-arms form with the panamanian flag prominently displayed in white with red and blue stars. the shield is divided into compartments containing symbolic elements and geometric patterns worked in multiple colors. the text \"viva 3 de\" appears on one side and \"noviembre\" on the other, rendered from memory in multicolored letters. the field surrounding the shield is densely scattered with small triangular appliqué elements in various colors, creating a festive, celebratory atmosphere. the composition demonstrates strong national pride and commemoration of panama's foundational moment, blending patriotic imagery with traditional guna aesthetic principles. november 3rd remains panama's most important national holiday. worked on vibrant red cotton ground with layers in white, blue, red, yellow, pink, orange, green, and black. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense embroidered fill patterns create texture throughout the shield design. strong compositional control with bold concentric framing. matched pair on red cotton ground with orange backing visible.. this pair exemplifies the integration of panamanian national identity and patriotic celebration into traditional guna textile art, documenting the maker's engagement with national history. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"6","title":{"en":"pair of guna mola panels commemorating panama's separation day"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33662/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Evidence of use with minor wear consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":10,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:20:51.129Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33662,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33663/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s-1980s 15.25 × 19 inches a vibrant mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting a stylized representation of a folded western-style shirt. the central composition features a neatly folded shirt with collar visible, rendered with characteristic guna attention to the details of western clothing and artistic rendering of common everyday objects. text bands surrounding the shirt spell out letters that form \"camisa\" (spanish for \"shirt\"), created from memory in multicolored appliqué letters against the red ground. the field is scattered with small shield-shaped elements in various colors, creating visual rhythm throughout the composition. this piece exemplifies a distinctive genre of mola art that documents western material culture and everyday objects. the maker's careful observation of folded clothing\u2014likely observed in stores, markets, or among canal zone workers\u2014demonstrates the guna practice of recording and commenting on the foreign objects and customs they encountered during the 20th century. worked on vibrant red cotton ground with layers in white, black, orange, yellow, pink, blue, and green. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense embroidered fill patterns create texture throughout the shirt rendering. strong compositional control with bold concentric framing around the central motif. single panel on black cotton ground with red backing visible. . this piece exemplifies the documentation of western material culture in traditional guna textile art, demonstrating the maker's engagement with commercial goods and foreign clothing styles. a photo of this mola can be found on page 192 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"7","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting folded western shirt with text \"camisa\""},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33663/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:21:48.891Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33663,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33664/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 16.5 × 19 inches an exceptional mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting the legendary mexican singer, actor, and charro antonio aguilar (1919-2007). the composition features a dynamic portrait showing aguilar in his iconic wide-brimmed sombrero adorned with decorative elements, alongside his horse rendered in profile with elaborate bridle and tack details. text bands surrounding the figures spell out \"antonio\" and variations of \"rancheros\" and other related words such as \"cantare\" and \"rancheros\", created from memory in multicolored appliqué letters. the horse's head is densely worked with fine multicolored embroidered dots creating an iridescent effect across the black ground. aguilar's face displays characteristic features with embroidered details for eyes, nose, and mouth, his costume suggesting traditional charro attire. antonio aguilar was one of mexico's most beloved entertainers, known for his ranchera music and starring roles in over 160 films, often depicting mexican cowboys and revolutionaries. his popularity extended throughout latin america, and his image\u2014particularly in charro costume\u2014became iconic. this mola documents the reach of mexican popular entertainment culture into panama through radio, film, and traveling performances. worked on vibrant red cotton ground with black sections, featuring layers in orange, yellow, pink, blue, green, and white. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with very tight stitch density. dense embroidered fill patterns with extraordinary dot work creating texture across the horse's form. strong compositional control with bold figure-ground relationships. single panel on red and black cotton ground. this piece exemplifies the documentation of popular entertainment culture in traditional guna textile art, demonstrating the maker's engagement with pan-latin american celebrity and mass media. similar mola on page 197 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"8","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting antonio aguilar as charro"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33664/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:23:22.875Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33664,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33665/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 15.5 × 18 inches an exceptional mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a complex syncretic composition that interweaves guna cosmological imagery with christian narrative elements. the central composition depicts a stylized figure with serpent surrounded by lush botanical forms including prominent fruit motifs\u2014likely representing the overlapping of the biblical temptation of eve narrative with indigenous spiritual symbolism. the serpent figure occupies the central field, its elongated form suggesting the transformative or liminal nature of spiritual beings in guna cosmology. the surrounding botanical elements\u2014particularly the circular fruit forms worked with careful embroidered detailing\u2014evoke both the forbidden fruit of eden and the life-giving plants central to guna creation stories. cross symbols appear among the scattered triangular elements, further indicating christian influence integrated into traditional iconographic vocabulary. this syncretism reflects centuries of missionary presence in guna yala, where catholic and protestant imagery became absorbed into indigenous spiritual frameworks without displacing traditional beliefs. the maker demonstrates sophisticated theological synthesis, presenting biblical narrative through distinctly guna aesthetic and conceptual structures\u2014the densely interwoven composition itself suggesting the interconnection of visible and spiritual realms. the decorative yoke band features alternating orange and blue wave forms against black, framed by lime green borders\u2014possibly representing the boundary between earthly and spiritual domains. worked on vibrant magenta/burgundy cotton ground with layers in orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, purple, and black. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with very tight stitch density. dense embroidered fill patterns with extensive dot work creating texture throughout the central figures. fully saturated composition with sophisticated cutwork featuring complex curves, interlocking forms, and nested shapes. single panel on burgundy cotton ground with orange backing visible. decorative yoke with geometric pattern. this piece exemplifies the sophisticated religious and cultural synthesis in guna textile art, demonstrating how christian missionary narratives were reinterpreted through indigenous cosmological frameworks. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"9","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with cosmological and biblical syncretism"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33665/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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18 inches a whimsical mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqu&eacute;, appliqu&eacute;, and embroidery featuring a full-length santa claus figure surrounded by an exuberant border of stylized flowers and botanical motifs. the composition demonstrates the guna tradition of documenting and playfully interpreting western cultural icons encountered through contact with canal zone workers, missionaries, and seasonal celebrations. the central santa figure dominates the composition, rendered in a distinctly guna artistic vocabulary with a frontal, symmetrical stance. the face is executed with characteristic mola stylization: black horizontal lines representing the eyes and nose, a prominent orange nose, and a white beard created through vertical white striping suggesting the textile or fibrous nature of facial hair. the iconic red suit is rendered in brilliant magenta-red with the body completely filled with dense running stitch embroidery in multicolored threads creating vertical channels and decorative patterns throughout the torso, arms, and legs. black appliqu&eacute; cuffs with white running stitch detail mark the wrists and ankles, while black trim with white decorative stitching on boots ground the figure. the border is activated with an elaborate floral and botanical framework. large four-petaled flowers in pink, orange, and yellow with heart-shaped petals anchor each corner, filled with spiral and decorative embroidery. the background field between the figure and floral border is densely filled with multicolored triangular appliqu&eacute; elements in yellow, orange, pink, blue, green, and purple, creating a confetti-like celebratory atmosphere appropriate to holiday themes. the three-layer construction creates subtle depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the floral border elements and the figure's costume details. extensive embroidery work throughout demonstrates exceptional skill with surface decoration, with multicolored running stitch, cross-stitch, and chain stitch creating dense textural patterns that fill virtually every element of the composition. the exuberant color palette and densely packed iconography suggest this panel was created with joy and celebration, documenting a foreign holiday tradition through the lens of guna aesthetic sensibility. this piece exemplifies an important genre of guna mola art that documents cultural exchange and the creative interpretation of western customs. the transformation of santa claus into guna artistic vocabulary\u2014with embroidered body patterns, stylized facial features, and integration with traditional floral motifs\u2014creates a unique hybrid cultural expression that is neither purely western nor purely guna, but rather a distinctive product of cross-cultural encounter. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, white, orange, yellow, green, pink, blue, and purple. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex curved cutwork in floral elements and figure contours. extensive multicolored embroidery creating surface texture and decorative fill. strong compositional control with integrated multiple decorative elements. single panel on red cotton ground with turquoise backing visible. this piece exemplifies the documentary and playful functions of guna mola art, celebrating cultural exchange and the creative adaptation of western iconography into traditional textile practice. provenance: from the parker & neal collection \n  \n it was brought to our attention that lot 5 is the blouse mate to this mola. thank you prudence grissom for bringing that to our attention!"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"18","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting santa claus"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33674/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 15.25 × 17.75 inches a striking mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a bold text inscription \"en sacro pecuario\" (sacred livestock) paired with a commanding devil or demon figure holding a ceremonial staff. the composition represents a fascinating intersection of christian religious imagery, agricultural themes, and traditional guna supernatural iconography, demonstrating the complex cultural syncretism that characterizes mid-to-late 20th century guna textile art. the text \"en sacro pecuario\" dominates the upper register, rendered in large appliqué letterforms, each letter outlined in a different vibrant color\u2014yellow, orange, white, pink, blue, green\u2014creating a carnival-like or festival atmosphere. the spanish phrase translates approximately as \"in sacred livestock\" or \"sacred cattle,\" suggesting possible references to agricultural celebrations, religious blessing ceremonies for animals, or satirical commentary on the intersection of commerce and spirituality. the playful, almost circus-style lettering treatment suggests the maker approached this religious-agricultural theme with humor and creative license. the central figure is rendered as a frontal, symmetrical devil or demon wearing an elaborate crown or headdress. the head features a rounded, cloud-like or hat-shaped crown in deep red with white embroidered details suggesting decorative elements or text. the face is executed in bright magenta-pink with white appliqué eyes, a prominent black nose, and exposed white teeth creating a grinning or grimacing expression. the figure's aggressive dental display and mask-like features give it an apotropaic quality, suggesting it may serve protective or warning functions related to agricultural prosperity or spiritual guardianship of livestock. the body is completely filled with dense embroidery in multicolored dots creating a textural field across the torso, arms, and legs. the figure holds a long ceremonial staff or wand in the left hand, rendered in bright green with white floral or star embroidery, possibly representing a ritual implement used in blessing ceremonies or a visual reference to western depictions of the devil's staff or pitchfork transformed into guna decorative vocabulary. the torso contains a grid or calendar-like element with multicolored squares, possibly referencing agricultural cycles, market days, or ceremonial schedules related to livestock management. surrounding the central figure are numerous appliqué elements including heart shapes, stylized floral forms with polka-dot fill patterns, and vertical line elements in yellow suggesting an activated, celebratory field. these decorative elements create visual density while maintaining clear figure-ground relationships. the overall composition demonstrates confident use of scale, with the oversized text and figure creating immediate visual impact. the three-layer construction creates subtle depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the letterforms and the figure's limbs. extensive embroidery work throughout demonstrates skill with surface decoration, with multicolored running stitch creating dense textural patterns that fill virtually every element. the exuberant color palette\u2014red, orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, magenta, and white\u2014reinforces the festive, celebratory character of the composition. this piece exemplifies an important but understudied genre of guna mola art that engages with christian religious themes, agricultural life, and economic activities through the distinctive lens of guna visual culture. the transformation of spanish religious and agricultural vocabulary into bold textile statement\u2014complete with a demon guardian figure\u2014creates a unique cultural document that resists simple categorization as either sacred or secular, sincere or satirical. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, orange, yellow, green, pink, blue, magenta, and white. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex letterform cutwork and figure contours. extensive multicolored embroidery creating surface texture and decorative fill. strong compositional control integrating text and figural elements. single panel on red cotton ground with black backing visible. this piece exemplifies the documentary, celebratory, and potentially satirical functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative synthesis of christian, agricultural, and indigenous spiritual vocabularies into a distinctively guna visual statement. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"19","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with \"en sacro pecuario\" inscription"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33675/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 18.5 × 19.5 inches an exceptional mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a monumental bull figure with the spanish text \"el toro\" (the bull) prominently displayed above. the composition demonstrates sophisticated integration of figurative representation, text, and decorative border elements, creating a powerful statement about cattle, agricultural life, or possibly bullfighting traditions observed through guna cultural perspective. the text \"el toro\" dominates the upper portion of the composition, rendered in bold appliqué letterforms outlined in bright turquoise with each letter filled in different colors\u2014red, yellow, and orange\u2014creating visual interest through color variation. the straightforward declaration announces the subject matter with confidence, transforming the panel into both visual art and linguistic document. this direct labeling approach suggests the maker's engagement with spanish language and western naming conventions while maintaining distinctively guna aesthetic sensibilities. the central bull figure commands the lower portion, rendered in a powerful cruciform or spread-eagle composition with the body forming a horizontal bar and legs extending downward. the bull's head is depicted frontally with a stylized face, while the body is divided into four quadrants, each filled with reverse applique polka dots in white, pink, yellow, and turquoise creating dense textural fields. the background field is completely activated with vertical line embroidery in multiple colors\u2014blue, orange, white, pink, tan, green, and purple\u2014creating rhythmic striped patterns across the entire red ground. this dense embroidery work transforms the negative space into an energetic field suggesting motion, celebration, or the visual complexity of agricultural fair environments. the top border features a continuous greek key or stepped fret pattern in red, black, and tan, providing classical architectural framing that elevates the composition to monumental status. four smaller stylized bull faces are featured in each corner. the three-layer construction creates depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the bull's body and the corner head elements. the extensive embroidery throughout\u2014with hundreds of individual running stitches creating the striped background and polka-dot fill patterns\u2014demonstrates exceptional patience and skill. the bold color palette dominated by red ground with turquoise, orange, yellow, green, and white accents creates vibrant visual impact appropriate to celebratory or commemorative themes. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of documenting economically and culturally significant animals through textile art. bulls held particular importance in agricultural communities and were encountered by the guna through contact with cattle-raising cultures in panama and colombia. the panel may commemorate a specific bull, document bullfighting traditions observed in mestizo communities, or celebrate cattle as symbols of wealth and agricultural prosperity. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, turquoise, orange, yellow, green, pink, white, and tan. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex figurative cutwork and extensive linear embroidery creating activated background. greek key border pattern demonstrating advanced geometric control. strong compositional balance integrating text, figure, and decorative elements. single panel on red cotton ground with blue backing visible. this piece exemplifies the documentary and celebratory functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative transformation of cattle iconography and spanish agricultural vocabulary into a distinctively guna visual statement combining monumental scale, dense decoration, and confident textual inscription. provenance: from the parker & neal 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 16 × 21 inches an extraordinary political mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring explicit partisan text and iconography related to panamanian electoral politics. the composition demonstrates the guna tradition of documenting contemporary political events through textile art, transforming democratic participation and party affiliation into bold visual statements that circulate within both guna and broader panamanian society. the central medallion contains a large stylized bull figure rendered in black with multicolored embroidered stripes creating decorative fill patterns throughout the body. the bull's body is filled with horizontal rows of reverse applique dashes in orange, white, pink, blue, turquoise, and green, creating a rhythmic striped effect that suggests either the decorative patterning of ceremonial cattle or the visual representation of strength and agricultural prosperity. a white starburst or sun motif appears at the bull's eye, possibly representing enlightenment, national spirit, or political awakening. the head features distinctive coloring with geometric patterns and appears to show horns or ears, lending the bull heraldic character appropriate to political symbolism. bulls have long served as symbols of strength, determination, and populist power in latin american political iconography. encircling this central bull are multiple concentric bands containing text in large appliqué letterforms. reading from the center outward, the text spells \"partido renovador panameño esta insignia\" (panamanian renewal party this insignia/badge). each letter is individually outlined in contrasting colors\u2014black, yellow, red, blue, pink, and green\u2014creating a carnival-like or campaign poster aesthetic that catches the eye and announces political affiliation boldly. the panamanian renewal party (partido renovador panameño) was a political movement active in panamanian politics during the 1970s and 1980s. additional text appears along the top border reading \"ikuadiekepidilimartinez\" which appears to be a guna language phrase or personal name, possibly identifying \"martinez\" as a political candidate. this bilingual text integration demonstrates the complex linguistic landscape of guna yala where guna language, spanish, and hybrid forms coexist and interact. the four corners of the composition feature human figures and stylized cattle-like animals rendered in profile with segmented bodies filled with vertical line embroidery. these corner animals echo the central bull motif, creating a unified bovine or agricultural theme that reinforces associations between the political party and rural economic interests, agricultural prosperity, or populist strength. additional geometric house or building forms appear in the lower corners, possibly representing political headquarters, voting stations, or community meeting houses where political organizing occurred. the background field is activated with vertical line embroidery in multiple colors creating striped patterns across the entire red ground. this dense embroidery work transforms the negative space into an energetic field suggesting the excitement and mobilization of political campaigns. orange decorative trim frames the top edge, providing final flourish to this already exuberant composition. the three-layer construction creates depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the text bands and bull figure. the extensive embroidery throughout\u2014with hundreds of individual stitches creating the striped body patterns and background details\u2014demonstrates exceptional dedication to the project. the bold color palette dominated by red and pink grounds with black, orange, yellow, blue, and green accents creates vibrant visual impact appropriate to campaign materials designed to attract attention and inspire partisan feeling. this piece exemplifies a fascinating but understudied genre of guna political molas created during periods of heightened electoral activity in panama. these textiles served multiple functions: they announced party affiliation, functioned as wearable campaign materials, documented indigenous participation in national politics, and asserted guna presence in panamanian civic life. the use of the bull as central symbol connects the political message to broader latin american traditions of using powerful animal imagery in populist political movements. the creation of political molas demonstrates the guna community's strategic engagement with national political structures while maintaining distinctively indigenous modes of visual communication and cultural production. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, turquoise, and white. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex text-based appliqué and extensive linear embroidery creating activated background. strong circular composition integrating text, heraldic bull, and decorative corner elements. single panel on red cotton ground with purple backing visible. purple decorative trim at bottom edge. this piece exemplifies the documentary, participatory, and identity-affirming functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative adaptation of textile traditions to serve contemporary political communication and indigenous assertion of citizenship rights within the panamanian nation-state. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"21","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with political inscription: partido renovador panameño (panamanian renewal party)"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33677/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. 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layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting the three wise men (magi) from the christian nativity narrative. the composition demonstrates the guna tradition of interpreting biblical stories through distinctively indigenous aesthetic vocabularies, creating a unique cultural synthesis that honors christian religious traditions while maintaining guna visual identity and decorative sensibilities. the three wise men dominate the lower portion of the composition, rendered as frontal standing figures with simplified geometric forms. each figure is distinguished by color\u2014yellow-orange, pink, and green\u2014identifying them as the three magi traditionally named melchior, caspar, and balthazar. the faces are executed with characteristic guna stylization: white appliqué eyes, simplified facial features, and no attempt at realistic portraiture. each body is filled with dense running stitch embroidery creating vertical striped patterns in multicolored threads, suggesting the rich robes and elaborate garments associated with kings or wise men bearing gifts. the figures' bodies are outlined in contrasting colors\u2014orange, blue, and yellow\u2014creating visual separation between the three visitors while unifying them through shared decorative vocabulary. the lower portions of their robes feature elaborate concentric curved patterns in multiple colors suggesting the sumptuous textiles and royal dress appropriate to visiting monarchs. the feet are rendered as simple boots outlined in white and black, grounding the figures firmly in the terrestrial realm despite their spiritual mission. above the wise men floats the star of bethlehem, rendered as a large pink star with concentric layers creating depth and luminosity. the star contains a central medallion with additional decorative patterns suggesting the miraculous light that guided the magi to the christ child. radiating from this central star are additional geometric gift or symbolic forms\u2014diamond and triangular shapes filled with intricate embroidered patterns possibly representing the traditional gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. the entire background field is activated with multicolored triangular appliqué elements in orange, yellow, pink, blue, green, white, and purple, creating a confetti-like celebratory atmosphere appropriate to the joyful news of the nativity. this dense patterning transforms the negative space into a starry firmament or festive environment celebrating the sacred event. the three-layer construction creates subtle depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the figures' robes and the star motif. extensive embroidery work throughout demonstrates exceptional skill, with hundreds of individual running stitches creating the striped body patterns and curved decorative elements. the vibrant color palette\u2014dominated by red ground with orange, pink, yellow, green, blue, and white accents\u2014creates visual excitement appropriate to celebration of this central christian feast. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of documenting and personalizing christian religious narratives encountered through missionary contact and participation in panamanian catholic culture. the transformation of the three wise men into guna aesthetic vocabulary\u2014with embroidered patterned bodies, simplified faces, and elaborate decorative surrounds\u2014creates a distinctively indigenous interpretation of universal religious themes. such panels served devotional, educational, and identity-affirming functions, demonstrating guna engagement with christianity while asserting cultural distinctiveness through maintained aesthetic traditions. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, orange, yellow, pink, green, blue, purple, and white. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex figurative cutwork and extensive decorative embroidery creating activated starry background. strong compositional balance integrating sacred narrative with celebratory decorative elements. single panel on red cotton ground with backing visible. this piece exemplifies the devotional and syncretic functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative adaptation of christian iconography into traditional indigenous textile practice while celebrating the joyful mystery of the nativity. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"22","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting the three wise men, los reyes magos"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33678/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and discoloration consistent with age. 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layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a powerful cruciform composition with a central bat figure flanked by two tapirs. the panel demonstrates sophisticated understanding of sacred geometry and cosmological symbolism, transforming important forest animals into a mandala-like arrangement that suggests spiritual protection, ecological balance, and the interconnection between nocturnal and terrestrial realms of the rainforest environment. the composition is organized as a bold cross or plus-sign format dividing the panel into four quadrants. at the center of this cruciform arrangement sits a frontal bat figure rendered in black with distinctive pointed ears, large white appliqué eyes with black pupils, and a heart-shaped facial disk creating an owl-like or mask-like visage. the bat's body is filled with vertical embroidered dashes in yellow, pink, and turquoise creating striped patterns suggesting fur texture or decorative patterning. a heart motif appears at the bat's chest in turquoise and red, possibly representing the life force, spiritual essence, or the bat's association with blood and transformation in indigenous cosmologies. chevron patterns below the heart create additional decorative articulation of the body. bats hold complex symbolic significance in guna and broader mesoamerican traditions, associated with caves, the underworld, night vision, transformation, and liminal spaces between worlds. the frontal presentation and prominent eye placement give this bat apotropaic or guardian qualities, suggesting it may serve protective functions or represent shamanic vision and nocturnal knowledge. flanking the central bat in the left and right quadrants are two tapir figures rendered in profile, their bodies depicted as large curved forms filled with multicolored embroidered dashes creating horizontal striped patterns. the tapirs' heads feature distinctive elongated snouts characteristic of these central american mammals, with white appliqué eyes giving them alert, watchful expressions. their bodies contain nested concentric shapes in red and orange creating depth and suggesting the substantial physical mass of these large forest herbivores. the tapirs' legs terminate in small curved feet, grounding them in the terrestrial realm in contrast to the airborne bat. tapirs hold important cultural and ecological significance as the largest land mammals in central america, serving as seed dispersers and forest ecosystem engineers. in indigenous cosmologies, tapirs often represent strength, forest knowledge, and connections to water sources, as they are semi-aquatic creatures. the pairing of bat (aerial/nocturnal) with tapir (terrestrial/crepuscular) creates a complementary duality representing different aspects of forest life and cosmological realms. the top and bottom quadrants of the cruciform contain geometric step or zigzag patterns rendered in turquoise and purple, possibly representing mountains, architectural forms, or abstract cosmic symbols. these geometric elements balance the figurative animal content and reinforce the mandala-like sacred geometry of the overall composition. the border features a distinctive pattern of multicolored rectangular appliqué elements in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple against a black ground, creating a frame that contains and activates the sacred space within. orange appliqué dashes scattered throughout the red ground field create additional visual rhythm and may represent seeds, stars, or spiritual energy permeating the composition. the overall effect is one of carefully controlled balance and symmetry, with the central bat serving as axis mundi connecting upper and lower realms, and the flanking tapirs anchoring the horizontal earthly dimension. the three-layer construction creates depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the tapirs' bodies and the bat's facial features. dense embroidery throughout demonstrates exceptional skill, with hundreds of individual dashes creating textural fields across all three animals. the bold color palette\u2014dominated by red and black with accents of orange, yellow, turquoise, pink, and purple\u2014creates strong visual contrast appropriate to the powerful symbolic content. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of encoding ecological knowledge, cosmological understanding, and spiritual relationships with forest animals through textile art. the sophisticated compositional structure suggests this panel may have served ceremonial or protective functions, documenting the maker's understanding of forest ecology and indigenous spiritual traditions related to animal guardians and cosmological balance. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, orange, yellow, turquoise, pink, purple, and white. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex figurative cutwork and geometric border patterns. strong cruciform composition integrating animal iconography with sacred geometry. single panel on red cotton ground with backing visible. this piece exemplifies the cosmological and ecological functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative representation of forest animals as spiritual guardians and symbols of natural balance within traditional indigenous understanding of rainforest ecosystems. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"23","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with bat and tapir iconography"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33679/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear, slight fading, and areas of discoloration consistent with age. 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 13 × 16 inches a vibrant mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a large profile bull figure surrounded by an elaborate symbolic border containing fish, leaf, and geometric motifs. the composition demonstrates sophisticated pictorial storytelling combined with decorative framing elements, creating a unified design that celebrates agricultural animals while incorporating references to aquatic and botanical realms. the central bull dominates the composition, rendered in profile facing left with its massive body filling the central field. the head features characteristic bovine attributes: a prominent square eye rendered in white appliqué with black pupil, a geometric ear visible at the top, and an impressive mouth showing white zigzag teeth suggesting either aggressive display or the stylized representation of the bull's powerful jaw. the head is filled with concentric curved embroidery in white, pink, orange, and green creating wave-like patterns that suggest either decorative patterning or the textural quality of the bull's hide. the bull's body is divided into a remarkable grid pattern containing hundreds of small triangular appliqué elements in yellow, orange, pink, blue, green, and white against a red ground. this dense geometric patterning transforms the bull's body into a mosaic or quilt-like surface, possibly representing the spotted or mottled coat pattern of certain cattle breeds, or serving as pure decorative invention demonstrating the maker's technical mastery. the vertical columns of triangles are separated by black vertical bands, creating a structured, almost architectural quality to the animal's form. this treatment recalls indigenous textile traditions where animals' bodies become vessels for geometric pattern play.. the border contains distinctive symbolic elements positioned at cardinal points around the central bull. at upper left appears a blue canoe or boat form, possibly referencing guna maritime culture or the transportation of cattle via water routes. at upper center, a yellow fish with chevron patterning represents aquatic life and may symbolize abundance or the complementary relationship between terrestrial livestock and marine resources in coastal panamanian economies. at top right, a flowering plant or rattle motif in green and multicolored pattern suggests botanical growth or ceremonial implements. the background is activated with dense vertical embroidered dashes in yellow, orange, white, purple, blue, and green creating striped fields that energize the negative space and suggest an environment filled with light, vegetation, or spiritual energy. this embroidered field work demonstrates exceptional patience and skill, with hundreds of individual stitches creating rhythmic patterns across the entire panel. at lower left, a small human figure appears in black, rendered in simplified form with raised arms possibly suggesting a herder, celebrant, or spiritual guardian of the cattle. at lower center and right, geometric leaf or plant forms in blue and green suggest the vegetation upon which cattle graze or the fertile agricultural landscape that supports livestock raising. the three-layer construction creates depth through color reveals, particularly visible in the bull's body grid and the border elements. extensive embroidery throughout demonstrates exceptional technical skill. the bold color palette\u2014dominated by red ground with black, orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, and white\u2014creates vibrant visual impact appropriate to celebratory agricultural themes. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of documenting economically important animals through textile art while embedding them within broader cosmological frameworks that integrate maritime, terrestrial, and botanical elements. the transformation of the bull's body into a geometric mosaic elevates the animal beyond mere livestock representation into a decorative and possibly sacred object worthy of elaborate artistic attention. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, white, and purple. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex geometric body patterning and extensive decorative border elements. strong compositional balance integrating animal iconography with symbolic framing devices. single panel on red cotton ground with black backing visible. this piece exemplifies the celebratory and documentary functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative representation of cattle as symbols of agricultural prosperity while maintaining the sophisticated technical and decorative standards of traditional guna textile practice. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"24","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with bull and symbolic border 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 15 × 19 inches an exceptional mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a bold abstract composition of four large letterforms arranged in a symmetrical grid pattern. the panel demonstrates sophisticated graphic design sensibilities and technical mastery, creating a composition that bridges traditional guna aesthetic vocabulary with modernist typography and western textual elements. the composition is organized as a precise four-square grid divided by a prominent cross motif at center. each quadrant contains a single large letterform executed in elaborate multi-layered reverse appliqué with extensive embroidery detailing. this arrangement creates both textual meaning and pure visual pattern, demonstrating the guna tradition of incorporating encountered western text into decorative compositions where letters function simultaneously as linguistic signs and abstract design elements. each letter is rendered as a complex multi-layered form outlined in bold yellow against black ground, creating strong graphic impact. the letters are filled with concentric bands of color in pink, orange, and black, with each letter containing unique interior decorative elements. the \"b\" form in upper left features curved loops filled with blue embroidered dashes and small geometric triangular elements suggesting seeds or decorative patterning. the \"a\" form in upper right displays a distinctive three-pronged or trident-like apex with blue zigzag patterning and geometric triangle accents within each arm. the \"n\" form in lower left shows dramatic diagonal strokes outlined in turquoise and orange, creating dynamic angular movement across the quadrant. the interior is filled with vertical white embroidered dashes creating striped effects. the final \"r\" form in lower right echoes the curved vocabulary of the upper left letter but with different interior patterning, featuring small oval shapes with yellow and turquoise embroidered dashes creating textural interest. the entire field is densely worked with thousands of embroidered running stitches in white, yellow, pink, blue, green, and turquoise creating stippled textural backgrounds that activate every inch of the surface. this extensive embroidery work transforms the red ground into a vibrating field of color and pattern, demonstrating exceptional technical skill and patience. at center where the four quadrants meet, a diamond-shaped motif with pink fill serves as compositional anchor, unifying the four letterforms into a cohesive mandala-like arrangement. small triangular corner elements in pink, blue, and green provide additional geometric articulation at the four corners of the panel, framing the central composition and creating visual rhythm at the periphery. yellow appliqué dashes along the left and right edges create vertical accent lines suggesting text columns or decorative borders. the three-layer construction creates depth through color reveals, with each letter showing multiple concentric bands achieved through successive cutting and folding of fabric layers. the precision of the cutwork, particularly in the curved forms of the \"b\" and \"a\" letters and the angular strokes of the \"n\", demonstrates advanced technical skill. the density of embroidery throughout\u2014with literally thousands of individual stitches creating backgrounds, fills, and decorative accents\u2014represents hundreds of hours of meticulous handwork. the bold color palette dominated by red ground with black, yellow, orange, pink, blue, and turquoise creates vibrant visual energy appropriate to the celebratory or commercial implications of the banana reference. bananas hold enormous economic, political, and cultural significance in panama and central america more broadly, representing both agricultural prosperity and complex histories of united fruit company involvement, labor movements, and economic dependence on export agriculture. this piece exemplifies a fascinating genre of guna molas that incorporate western commercial, agricultural, or brand terminology into traditional textile formats. the transformation of the letters \"b, a, n, r\" into elaborate decorative letterforms elevates commercial vocabulary into art object, creating a complex document that simultaneously celebrates agricultural abundance, acknowledges economic realities, and asserts indigenous artistic agency in representing and transforming symbols of western commercial culture. worked on deep red cotton ground with layers in black, yellow, orange, pink, blue, turquoise, and green. three layers with exceptionally dense hand-stitching and embroidery throughout. complex letterform cutwork with elaborate interior patterning. strong symmetrical composition unifying textual and decorative functions. single panel on red cotton ground with white backing. this piece exemplifies the documentary, economic, and aesthetic functions of guna mola art, demonstrating the creative transformation of western agricultural and commercial vocabulary into sophisticated abstract design while maintaining the technical excellence and decorative richness of traditional guna textile practice. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"25","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with abstract letterform composition"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33681/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Good condition with minor wear consistent with age and a few spots. 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 13.5 × 15.5 inches an exceptional narrative 2 layer mola panel worked in reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting the biblical story of the temptation in the garden of eden, interpreted through guna visual conventions and textile techniques. this piece exemplifies the syncretic artistic tradition that emerged from missionary contact, transforming christian narratives into indigenous aesthetic language. the composition centers on the moment of temptation, with the serpent serving as the compositional anchor connecting the human figures. the serpent, rendered in deep red with orange outlining and diagonal scale patterning in yellow and white embroidery, weaves sinuously through the lower register, its body connecting eve (the prominent yellow figure at center) with adam and surrounding figures who may represent witnesses, angels, or allegorical personifications. eve stands as the central protagonist, her body worked in vibrant yellow with dense dotted embroidery throughout. she is depicted in the characteristic guna dual-perspective convention\u2014torso frontal, head in profile\u2014holding what appears to be the forbidden fruit. her figure is emphasized through scale and positioning, marking the pivotal moment of choice. adjacent to her, a reclining or floating yellow figure (possibly representing the aftermath or spiritual consequence) is framed by concentric rainbow bands suggesting transformation or expulsion from grace. adam appears at left in the black profile figure holding a geometric panel, possibly representing knowledge, labor, or the laws given after the fall. his form is filled with rainbow-colored running stitch, and he holds a textile or tablet marked with a grid pattern\u2014a visual metaphor for divine law or the structure imposed after paradise. surrounding figures may represent angels or spiritual witnesses to the fall. at upper left, an orange figure with elaborate headdress gestures with outstretched arms. at upper center, a turquoise figure in animated posture holds yellow implements, possibly representing divine judgment or expulsion. the burgundy star-form figure at upper right likely represents a celestial being or angel, while the monumental yellow-green figure at far right, distinguished by its scale and elaborate horizontal striping, may represent god, divine authority, or the archangel stationed at eden's gate. the black ground scattered with multicolored triangular elements suggests the cosmos bearing witness to this foundational moment of human spiritual history. the lower motifs\u2014a circular yellow head with radiating embroidered tears and burgundy organic forms\u2014may represent grief, spiritual consequence, or the mortality introduced by the fall. this mola demonstrates the guna practice of adapting christian iconography encountered through missionary contact into traditional textile art, creating a visual theology that honors both the biblical narrative and indigenous artistic conventions. the complex multi-figure composition, serpent iconography, and symbolic layering reveal sophisticated theological engagement alongside masterful technical execution. worked on black cotton ground with layers in red, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, blue, pink, and burgundy. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with varied embroidery techniques including running stitch, chain stitch, and dense seed stitch fill. complex multi-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated nested cutwork. strong compositional control balancing multiple narrative elements within unified field. single panel on black cotton ground with red visible at edges. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"27","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting the temptation of adam and 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 15.75 × 17.25 inches a striking mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a single large zoomorphic figure that dominates the composition, distinguished by a rare upper border band containing multicolored text or symbolic letter forms. this piece exemplifies the guna practice of incorporating observed western typography into traditional design vocabulary, creating a hybrid visual language that documents cultural contact while maintaining indigenous aesthetic principles. the upper border presents a continuous band of letter-like forms in yellow, pink, and red against black ground, bounded by orange edging. while the sequence does not form legible words, the letters possibly reference product packaging, signage, or printed materials encountered through trade and tourism. this decorative use of alphabet forms as pattern elements demonstrates the guna artistic practice of transforming foreign visual systems into ornamental motifs. the central composition presents a single large composite zoomorphic figure that fills the entire panel, its body articulated through multiple geometric sections that interlock to create a unified creature. this sophisticated design approach\u2014where one animal's body is composed of distinct colored segments with varying internal patterns\u2014represents an advanced conceptual and technical achievement in mola construction. the creature's head appears at upper center, rendered as an elongated vertical form with horizontal rainbow striping in purple, pink, orange, yellow, green, and white bands against black ground, framed in light green with orange border. this segmented, columnar form suggests a stylized neck or head with abstract features.. flanking elements at left and right may represent the creature's limbs or spiritual emanations. at upper left, a vessel or chalice-like form with projecting elements suggests a forelimb or symbolic attribute. at upper right, a similar geometric form containing a black cross or plus symbol may represent another limb or a christian symbol integrated into the creature's spiritual identity. throughout the composition, the burgundy-red ground is activated with vertical dashed embroidery lines in blue, yellow, white, and pink, creating rhythmic texture that suggests rainfall, spiritual energy, or the fabric of the cosmos. these linear elements occur in clusters throughout the figure's body, integrating all parts into a unified energetic field. this interpretive approach\u2014presenting a single creature through multiple discrete geometric sections, each with its own color palette and patterning\u2014demonstrates sophisticated design thinking. the creature may represent a composite spiritual being, a mythological animal, or a transformed entity, with each body section signifying different attributes or powers. the piece demonstrates exceptional technical control in its execution of complex curves, tight corner work, and precise layer reveals. the reverse shows the sophisticated underpinnings of the multi-layer construction, with careful fold-under work and consistent stitch density visible throughout. this mola represents a fascinating moment in guna textile evolution when makers were actively processing and integrating new visual information from increased contact with western culture, transforming letters, words, and foreign iconography into decorative elements that served traditional aesthetic and possibly spiritual functions. worked on burgundy-red cotton ground with layers in black and additional appliqué elements. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density along all curved edges. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated color sequencing. strong compositional control with unified figure filling entire field. upper border on light blue printed cotton backing with decorative motifs. single panel on burgundy cotton ground with black interlayer visible throughout. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"28","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with zoomorphic spirit figure"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33684/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age and some fading. 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mola panel depicting helicopter with passengers panama (guna yala), circa 1970s-1980s 15 × 19.75 inches an exceptional narrative mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting a helicopter in flight with visible passengers and distinctive rotor assembly. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of documenting twentieth-century technological encounters, creating a visual record of modern aviation observed and interpreted through indigenous textile vocabulary. the central composition presents a large helicopter rendered in an elongated boat-like form outlined in blue with orange border against the burgundy-red ground. the fuselage interior is divided into compartments revealing three anthropomorphic passenger figures seated within windowed sections. each figure displays characteristic guna facial features with white appliqué eyes, embroidered details, and bodies filled with dense dotted embroidery in red, burgundy, and green. the passengers are framed by white-outlined rectangular windows with black surrounds, demonstrating the maker's careful observation of aircraft fenestration and interior visibility. the helicopter body features elaborately embroidered horizontal banding in white, pink, and blue running stitches, creating striped patterning that represents the aircraft's painted livery or structural panels. below this band, a row of four small square motifs in yellow, red, green, and turquoise displays crossed diagonal lines\u2014likely representing rivets, panel fastenings, or structural elements observed on the aircraft's exterior. additional vertical dashed embroidery in white, pink, blue, and orange activates the lower fuselage area, suggesting windows, vents, or additional mechanical details. dominating the upper composition, a large rotor assembly is rendered in a cruciform configuration\u2014accurately depicting the main rotor blades as they appear from below during flight. the rotor hub shows detailed construction with a central gray circular mechanism, while the blade arms extend symmetrically with elaborate embroidered patterns. the left and right blades display feather-like or chevron stitching in yellow-green and yellow, possibly representing the rotor blur effect or the maker's interpretation of the blades' aerodynamic surfaces. a small burgundy form caps the rotor assembly, likely representing the rotor mast or control mechanism. the entire rotor configuration demonstrates sophisticated observational skill\u2014the maker has translated the rotating blades as they would appear to a ground observer watching a helicopter overhead or in flight, capturing both the mechanical structure and the visual effect of motion. secondary motifs include two smaller flower-like or propeller forms at left and right mid-composition, each with four petal-like extensions filled with varied embroidery patterns in green, yellow, red, and blue. these may represent additional rotors, mechanical elements, or decorative motifs that balance the composition. the composition is bordered on all four edges by an irregular chain of abstract geometric forms in yellow, green, blue, pink, and white, creating letter-like or mechanical elements that frame the central narrative. these border motifs may represent observed text from the aircraft, instrument panels, or decorative patterning. this mola documents the increased presence of helicopters in the san blas region during the 1970s-1980s, associated with medical evacuations, government visits, supply transport, or commercial flights linking the islands to mainland panama. the careful attention to passenger visibility, rotor mechanics, and fuselage details suggests the maker had multiple opportunities to observe these aircraft at close range. the piece demonstrates sophisticated narrative thinking\u2014the helicopter is not merely depicted as an exterior silhouette, but as a transparent vessel revealing its human cargo and mechanical workings simultaneously. this x-ray or cutaway approach is characteristic of advanced guna visual thinking, where understanding the interior function is as important as documenting exterior appearance. worked on burgundy-red cotton ground with layers in black and gray. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with dense embroidery in varied techniques including running stitch, chain stitch, and seed stitch. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated nested rectangular forms and color reveals. strong compositional control balancing central narrative with framing border elements. single panel on burgundy cotton ground with gray interlayer visible throughout. black backing visible at reverse. a photo of a similar mola can be found on p. 148 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"29","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting helicopter with 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In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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yala), circa 1970s 15 × 17.5 inches an exceptional mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting the italian television character topo gigio surrounded by multiple television set motifs and supporting figures. this piece documents the guna encounter with broadcast television and international children's programming during the 1970s-1980s, when italian children's shows reached latin american audiences and became part of popular visual culture. the central figure dominates the composition\u2014a large anthropomorphic mouse rendered in bright red with blue outlining, displaying topo gigio's characteristic features: prominent rounded ears at the top of the head rendered as simple curved forms with white appliqué eyes and embroidered detail, an expressive smiling face with white appliqué buck teeth and orange nose outlined in yellow and blue, and a body filled with dense running-stitch embroidery creating horizontal banding in rainbow sequence\u2014pink, yellow, orange, green, blue, and purple against black ground. the arms extend outward with simplified yellow hand forms suggesting the puppet's gesturing pose familiar from television broadcasts. surrounding the central topo gigio figure are multiple television set representations, depicted as nested rectangular frames in red, pink, and yellow outlining. four prominent tv sets occupy the corners and upper positions of the composition, each containing smaller figures or imagery: upper left television displays a simplified figure in red and blue with white eye detail, suggesting a viewer or additional character from the show. upper right television contains a similar red figure with yellow outlining and embroidered detail. the television sets themselves are rendered with careful attention to the nested frame construction characteristic of vintage television cabinets, with multiple colored outlines creating depth. additional supporting figures appear throughout the composition. at lower left, a quirky mechanical or robotic form in burgundy-red and orange displays text-like elements reading \"gigio\" in blue appliqué, directly referencing the character's name and demonstrating the maker's literacy or at least recognition of latin alphabet forms associated with the program. lower right presents a standing figure in bright pink with white eye details, possibly representing another puppet character or human figure from the broadcast. the composition is further enriched by scattered geometric and zoomorphic elements: a red bird or flying creature at upper center between two television sets, abstract curved forms suggesting waves or broadcast signals, and numerous vertical dashed embroidery lines in pink, turquoise, yellow, orange, and purple creating rhythmic patterning across the black ground\u2014possibly representing television static, broadcast waves, or the energy of media transmission. the entire composition is framed by a bold curved border in red with pink and yellow outlining, creating a stage-like or screen-like boundary that contains the televisual narrative. topo gigio, created by italian puppeteer maria perego in 1959, became an international sensation through television broadcasts and achieved particular popularity in latin america. the character's appearances on variety shows and children's programming made him instantly recognizable across linguistic and cultural boundaries. this mola documents the guna maker's engagement with this imported media character, transforming the flickering television image into permanent textile form and integrating foreign pop culture into traditional artistic practice. the inclusion of multiple television sets within the composition is particularly sophisticated\u2014it suggests not just the character himself, but the entire experience of television viewing, the rectangular frame of the screen, and perhaps the phenomenon of multiple households watching the same broadcast simultaneously. the maker has created a meta-commentary on media consumption itself. worked on black cotton ground with layers in red and additional appliqué elements. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with dense rainbow embroidery in the central figure's torso. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated nested rectangular forms representing television sets. strong compositional control with central focus and symmetrical supporting elements. single panel on black cotton ground with red backing visible at reverse. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"31","title":{"en":"guna mola panel depicting topo gigio with television imagery"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33687/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a complex maze-like composition of interlocking curvilinear forms punctuated by stylized floral motifs. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of pure design exploration, where the maker prioritizes formal visual relationships\u2014line, color, rhythm, and spatial organization\u2014over representational subject matter. the composition presents a continuous labyrinthine pattern of broad curved bands that weave throughout the field, creating an all-over design with no single focal point. the dominant curving forms are rendered in burgundy-red ground with black interlayer visible throughout, outlined in vibrant orange appliqué that creates strong graphic definition. these serpentine paths create enclosed spaces of varying sizes and shapes, each filled with additional patterning. within the curved maze-like bands, the maker has applied diagonal striping in orange appliqué against black ground, creating a rhythmic texture that suggests movement or flow along each pathway. small orange dashes and dots punctuate the burgundy sections, adding visual interest and preventing any sense of static emptiness. four prominent floral or cross-form motifs serve as nodes or anchor points within the maze structure. each flower is worked in sophisticated multi-layer appliqué: the outer petals in colors varying between pink, blue, and green, inner petals in contrasting hues including white, yellow, and turquoise, with central medallions featuring cross or x motifs in pink and yellow embroidery. these floral elements appear at strategic positions\u2014upper left, upper center, center, and lower right\u2014creating a loose diagonal rhythm across the composition while maintaining the overall sense of continuous interwoven patterning. brilliant yellow lines traverse the composition diagonally, appearing to float above or weave through the maze structure. these linear elements may represent stems connecting the floral nodes, or they may function as purely abstract compositional devices that guide the eye through the complex field. small turquoise, yellow, and white dashed running stitches follow some of the curved pathways, adding additional linear detail and chromatic variation. the border treatment is minimal\u2014simple geometric corner elements in orange outlining suggest framing without overwhelming the densely worked central field. this mola demonstrates sophisticated understanding of positive and negative space, figure-ground relationships, and the visual tension between organic curves and geometric order. the maze-like structure creates a sense of continuous movement as the eye attempts to follow pathways through the composition, while the floral punctuation points provide moments of rest and focal attention. the abstract, non-representational approach places this piece in dialogue with modernist design principles\u2014the maker's intuitive exploration of form, color, and pattern relationships parallels developments in twentieth-century abstract art, yet remains firmly rooted in guna textile vocabulary and construction techniques. worked on burgundy-red cotton ground with black interlayer. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent edge work along all curves. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated color sequencing in floral motifs. strong compositional control maintaining visual interest across entire field without hierarchical focal points. single panel on burgundy cotton ground with black interlayer visible throughout. black backing visible at reverse. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"32","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with abstract floral maze design"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33688/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery featuring a vibrant marine and terrestrial menagerie arranged across multiple registers. this piece exemplifies the guna aesthetic of horror vacui\u2014the filling of all available space with pattern, color, and imagery\u2014while maintaining compositional clarity through careful organization of diverse zoomorphic elements. the composition presents seven distinct creatures arranged in three horizontal registers against a brilliant red ground activated throughout with vertical dashed embroidery in alternating colors\u2014pink, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, and blue\u2014creating rhythmic striping that suggests water currents, atmospheric energy, or simply decorative patterning. the central and most prominent figure is a large horse or donkey rendered in black with yellow outlining, positioned in the lower register. the creature's body is filled with extraordinarily dense embroidery featuring hundreds of small pinwheel or spiral motifs in rainbow colors scattered across the black ground like a field of spinning flowers or stars. the torso displays additional dotted embroidery patterns, while the legs show white and red striping. the head features characteristic equine proportions with alert ears and simplified facial features. flanking this central horse in the upper corners are two anthropomorphic figures rendered in black with contrasting color outlining\u2014pink on the left, blue on the right. the left figure displays rainbow-colored concentric outlining around its form and holds or contains a green rectangular element with red dashed embroidery. the right figure, outlined in turquoise blue, shows similar dense embroidery patterning including colorful pinwheel motifs scattered throughout the body, with white outlining defining the legs and a distinctive cat-like or foxlike head with pointed ears and facial features. the upper register features a long horizontal fish or sea creature rendered in rainbow-colored striping\u2014the body filled with concentric bands of red, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, blue, and purple running horizontally from head to tail. this elongated form stretches nearly across the entire width of the composition, creating a strong horizontal organizing element. two smaller fish occupy the middle register\u2014one on each side of center. the left fish is rendered in black with pink outlining and rainbow-colored chevron embroidery filling the body, creating a herringbone or feather pattern. the right fish displays similar construction with purple and yellow striping. both fish include white appliqué eyes and simplified tail fins. three small square motifs appear in the central upper register, each outlined in different colors (turquoise, orange, yellow) with internal markings including an x symbol\u2014these may represent windows, decorative elements, or abstract symbolic forms. the composition is unified by a continuous orange curvilinear border that weaves through the upper and middle registers, creating interconnected spaces while maintaining the integrity of each individual creature. this organizing device demonstrates sophisticated compositional thinking\u2014the maker has created distinct zones for each animal while simultaneously linking them through shared spatial flow. the embroidery work throughout is exceptionally labor-intensive, particularly in the central horse figure where hundreds of individual pinwheel motifs required careful planning and execution. this density of hand-stitching elevates the piece beyond standard tourist-era production into the realm of serious textile artistry. worked on brilliant red cotton ground with black interlayer. exceptionally dense hand-stitching throughout with varied embroidery techniques including spiral/pinwheel motifs, chevron patterning, and dashed running stitches. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated multi-colored outlining. strong compositional control organizing multiple figures across horizontal registers. single panel on red cotton ground with black interlayer visible throughout. red backing visible at reverse. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"33","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with marine life and zoomorphic figures"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33689/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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(guna yala), circa 1970s each 13 × 17 inches an exceptional matched pair of mola panels worked in four layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting a large cosmological bird, likely an eagle, flanked by three iguana figures in the corners. these panels represent the traditional blouse front and back, designed to be worn as a matched set, and exemplify the guna practice of embedding spiritual and natural history observation within complex symmetric compositions. the dominant motif is a monumental bird form that fills nearly the entire composition, rendered in brilliant red ground activated throughout with multicolored appliqué creating a densely patterned surface. the design demonstrates masterful command of symmetry\u2014the bird's wings extend horizontally across the panel in perfect bilateral balance, while the composition maintains visual unity through careful distribution of color and pattern. the bird's central body is conceived as a vertical axis running from top to bottom. at the head, a circular form contains a white appliqué eye surrounded by concentric embroidered bands in yellow, pink, and blue\u2014characteristic of raptor vision rendered with the penetrating quality associated with eagles or hawks. the bird's elongated body descends from this head, filled with rainbow-colored dashed embroidery creating horizontal banding that suggests feather structure or plumage patterning. the powerful wings dominate the composition, each rendered as large curvilinear forms outlined in multiple colors\u2014green sawtooth edging against black, followed by pink, orange, and burgundy appliqué bands creating depth through layered outlining. the wing interiors are filled with scattered triangular appliqué elements in rainbow colors\u2014yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, green, white\u2014each triangle outlined in black, representing individual feathers or the cellular pattern of wing membrane. this sophisticated rendering captures both the structure and the visual complexity of extended raptor wings. three iguana figures occupy the corner positions\u2014upper left, upper right, and lower right. each iguana is rendered with characteristic reptilian features: white appliqué eyes with concentric colored embroidery suggesting the reflective quality of reptilian vision, elongated snouts with open mouths displaying teeth rendered in white and pink appliqué, and curved bodies that conform to the available corner spaces. the iguana bodies are filled with dense dotted embroidery and rainbow-colored dashed running stitches that create scaled texture and visual rhythm. the positioning of three iguanas rather than four creates an intentional asymmetry within the overall symmetric composition\u2014a sophisticated design choice that adds visual interest while maintaining balance. stepped rectangular forms appear at the panel edges, rendered in green, pink, and orange outlining with sawtooth edging. these architectural elements may reference the geometric forms found in traditional guna dwelling construction, sacred enclosures, or the stepped levels of cosmological space. some contain interior markings\u2014small crosses in yellow embroidery and chevron patterns suggesting woven textile or basketry motifs. at center bottom, a squared cross motif rendered in green and yellow creates a strong focal point. the cross form functions as both compositional anchor and spiritual marker\u2014representing the intersection of cardinal directions, the center point of the cosmos, and the axis mundi connecting earthly and celestial realms. throughout the red ground, hundreds of small triangular elements float freely, creating an all-over patterning that activates negative space and demonstrates the maker's commitment to visual density and technical virtuosity. the pairing of raptor bird with iguanas represents a significant ecological and symbolic relationship in guna cosmology. eagles and large hawks hunt iguanas in the coastal forests and mangroves of the san blas archipelago\u2014this predator-prey relationship would be well-known to guna makers through direct observation. the composition may represent this natural dynamic rendered in cosmological terms, with the bird occupying the dominant central position (sky realm, spiritual vision, hunting prowess) while the iguanas occupy subordinate corner positions (earth realm, terrestrial movement, hunted creatures). alternatively, the composition may represent a more complex spiritual narrative where the raptor serves as messenger between realms or guardian of sacred knowledge, while the iguanas represent earth-bound wisdom, regeneration (through their ability to shed tails and regrow them), and the abundance of the natural world that sustains guna life. the four-layer construction allows for sophisticated color revelations\u2014black interlayer creates strong graphic definition, while additional layers in orange and burgundy create depth and visual complexity. the sawtooth edging technique used throughout requires exceptional precision, as each triangular tooth must be individually cut and stitched. worked on brilliant red cotton ground with four layers including black, orange, and burgundy interlayers. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with sawtooth edging on all major forms. four-layer reverse appliqué construction with hundreds of individually applied triangular elements representing feathers and scales. masterful compositional control maintaining bilateral symmetry across complex multi-element design while incorporating intentional asymmetry in iguana placement. matched pair designed as blouse front and back. each panel on red cotton ground with pink backing visible at reverse. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"34","title":{"en":"pair of guna mola panels with cosmological bird and iguana 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layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting two large birds arranged in mirrored horizontal orientation, their bodies intertwined in a sophisticated interlocking composition. this piece exemplifies the highest level of guna textile artistry, demonstrating exceptional technical mastery, sophisticated compositional planning, and the ability to create unified design from paired elements. the composition presents two birds of equal scale positioned horizontally\u2014one facing left in the upper portion, one facing right in the lower portion\u2014creating perfect bilateral symmetry while maintaining the visual clarity of two distinct creatures. each bird is rendered in brilliant orange appliqué against red ground with black interlayer providing strong graphic definition throughout. each bird displays characteristic avian features: an elongated head with white appliqué eye creating penetrating gaze, curved beak suggested through orange appliqué outlining, and gracefully curving neck that connects to the substantial body mass. the heads extend outward toward their respective sides, while the bodies interlock in the center of the composition, creating a unified visual field where positive and negative space flow seamlessly. the birds' bodies are masterfully articulated through complex systems of interlocking curved forms. the entire composition pulses with visual energy created through continuous curvilinear outlining\u2014virtually no straight lines appear in either bird form, only flowing curves that suggest organic growth, movement, and the living quality of avian bodies in flight or display. within each bird's body, the maker has created distinct anatomical zones. the wing areas are indicated by elongated rectangular panels filled with parallel horizontal bars in varying colors\u2014lime green, pink, yellow, and blue appliqué against black ground. these ladder-like or rib-like patterns suggest feather structure through rhythmic linear patterning. six such panels appear total\u2014three associated with each bird\u2014creating visual balance while representing the layered construction of extended wings or the internal structure of the bird's body viewed through transparent rendering. the central area where the two birds meet features several nested shield-like or house-like forms rendered in concentric bands of color\u2014purple, orange, burgundy, and white\u2014creating depth through multiple color reveals. these geometric forms may represent the birds' vital centers, shared spiritual space, or sacred enclosures at the heart of the composition. throughout the composition, small triangular areas filled with rainbow-colored dashed embroidery activate corners and transitions between major forms. these textured zones add visual complexity and suggest the scalloped edge quality of feathers or decorative patterning. scattered throughout the red ground in the spaces between and around the bird forms are numerous geometric elements\u2014nested rectangles and shield shapes in turquoise, yellow, pink, and lime green outlining. these architectural forms may represent houses, sacred enclosures, or cosmological spaces through which the birds move or which they protect through their paired guardianship. the upper register contains geometric border elements including nested rectangular forms in contrasting color sequences\u2014one in turquoise and pink, another in yellow and orange\u2014creating framing devices that organize and contain the powerful central imagery. the pairing of two birds in mirrored orientation is significant in guna cosmology and broader indigenous traditions. paired birds may represent mated pairs (many bird species mate for life and this permanence makes them symbols of fidelity and partnership), duality in balance (day/night, earth/sky, masculine/feminine principles unified), protective guardianship (two watchers providing comprehensive surveillance), or the concept of reflection and reciprocity fundamental to guna social and spiritual life. the interlocking of the two bird bodies\u2014rather than simply placing them side by side\u2014demonstrates sophisticated compositional thinking. the maker has created a unified field where each bird's form flows into and around the other, suggesting interdependence, harmony, and the merging of two beings into a greater whole.. worked on brilliant red cotton ground with three layers including black and orange interlayers. exceptionally fine hand-stitching throughout with continuous curvilinear appliqué creating both bird forms through flowing organic lines. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated nested color reveals at the central meeting point. masterful compositional control maintaining perfect bilateral symmetry while creating the illusion of two distinct creatures whose forms interweave seamlessly. single panel on red cotton ground with black interlayer visible throughout. black backing visible at reverse. yellow fabric strip attached at lower edge. minor wear consistent with age. structural integrity excellent throughout. colors remain exceptionally vibrant. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"35","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with paired birds"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33691/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 17.5 × 20 inches an exceptional mola panel worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery documenting the guna encounter with western consumer products during the late 20th century. this piece exemplifies the guna practice of incorporating commercial imagery, brand names, and packaging graphics into traditional textile art, transforming ephemeral consumer culture into permanent visual record while demonstrating remarkable technical virtuosity. the composition is organized against a black ground activated throughout with rainbow-colored vertical dashed embroidery creating rhythmic striping. this all-over patterning\u2014executed in pink, white, turquoise, yellow, orange, blue, and purple\u2014energizes the negative space and provides visual cohesion across the densely populated field. the upper register features extensive text rendered in multicolored appliqué letters spelling \"cincuentenario\" (fiftieth anniversary) and fragments of additional text including \"castrofuente\" and other partially legible words. these text elements appear in rainbow colors\u2014each letter individually cut and applied in pink, turquoise, yellow, orange, green, blue, and purple against the black ground. the text may reference a specific commemorative event, political campaign, or commercial promotion that circulated in panama during the 1970s-1980s. the central left portion of the composition features a large red bird or zoomorphic figure rendered with characteristic guna stylization: white appliqué eye with radiating embroidered sunburst suggesting spiritual vision, body filled with parallel horizontal bars in white, blue, and turquoise creating ladder-like patterning, a green leaf or feather form with white chevron embroidery attached to the torso, simplified legs terminating in clawed feet, and flowing curvilinear outlining in pink and turquoise creating depth through layered color reveals. adjacent to the bird, a kool cigarette pack is meticulously reproduced. the text \"kool\" appears prominently in yellow, orange, pink, and other colors within a curved banner form. below this, \"fume refrescante\" (refreshing smoke\u2014spanish translation of kool's marketing slogan) is rendered in rainbow-colored individual letters, demonstrating the maker's careful observation of spanish-language cigarette packaging marketed in panama. the sophisticated rendering of commercial typography shows the maker's ability to translate two-dimensional graphic design into textile form while maintaining the distinctive guna aesthetic. the lower center features a matchbox label for \"pingüino\" (penguin) safety matches. the rectangular form is rendered in orange and turquoise outlining with the brand name \"pinguni\" (a phonetic guna spelling) spelled out in multicolored letters against black ground. horizontal bars in orange and turquoise suggest the striping pattern common on matchbox labels. above the matchbox, a small red anthropomorphic figure with blue outlining\u2014arms raised, legs splayed\u2014may represent the penguin mascot from the brand imagery or a human figure celebrating or gesturing. at lower center, a small green bird form with pink and yellow outlining adds additional zoomorphic imagery, perhaps relating to the penguin brand or serving as decorative infill. throughout the composition, numerous geometric forms appear: a cross symbol rendered in red with turquoise outlining and white dashed embroidery, nested rectangular and curved forms in various color combinations serving as space dividers or framing elements, and scattered abstract shapes that may derive from additional packaging graphics or serve purely decorative functions. the inclusion of commercial brand imagery in molas documents a significant moment in guna cultural history when western consumer products became increasingly available through trade and travel. cigarettes and matches\u2014both introduced commodities with distinctive packaging\u2014held particular fascination for guna makers. the colorful graphics, bold typography, and promise of modernity embodied in commercial packaging provided rich visual source material that could be reinterpreted through traditional textile techniques. the maker has not simply copied commercial imagery but has transformed it through the guna aesthetic lens. the brands are integrated into a complex composition that includes traditional zoomorphic elements, sacred symbols (the cross), and abstract patterning. this synthesis demonstrates the guna ability to document cultural change while maintaining artistic sovereignty\u2014the commercial products are observed, recorded, and reimagined rather than passively consumed. the phonetic spelling \"pinguni\" for pingüino reveals the oral transmission of brand names in guna society\u2014the maker has rendered the word as it sounds rather than copying the printed spelling, suggesting this information circulated through conversation and memory rather than direct copying from packaging. worked on black cotton ground with three layers including red interlayer visible throughout. fine hand-stitching with each letter of text individually cut and applied. three-layer reverse appliqué construction with sophisticated layered outlining on zoomorphic forms. dense embroidered activation of ground creating all-over patterning. single panel on black cotton ground with red backing visible at reverse. a photo of a similar mola can be found on p. 234 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"36","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with commercial brand imagery: kool cigarettes and pingüino matches"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33692/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading to front layer. Reverse layer has fabric loss, attempted repair with clear tape. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:56:38.631Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33692,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33693/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 13 x 15.5 inches reverse appliqué mola panel depicting a full-figure santa claus surrounded by christmas imagery, executed in three layers of black, dark red, and green cotton with extensive appliqué and embroidery throughout. santa is rendered in his characteristic suit with belt buckle, boots, and holly-trimmed cap, wearing wire-rimmed glasses and a finely stitched white beard. he holds a sack of toys in one hand and a christmas stocking in the other. the surrounding field is densely filled with seasonal motifs including a decorated christmas tree with bells and ornaments, a candle with poinsettia leaves, holly sprigs, wrapped gifts, a bell with bow, a platter of food, a heart ornament, and a gingerbread figure. bold use of green, blue, yellow, orange, pink, purple, and white accents against the black ground. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"37","title":{"en":"guna mola panel, santa claus with christmas attributes"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33693/view","tags":["usdecor_holiday","usdecor","usdecor_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Light general wear consistent with age and use. Colors remain vibrant throughout. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T15:57:28.864Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33693,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33694/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1960s 15.5 x 20 inches densely worked reverse appliqué mola panel depicting the iconic rca victor \"his master's voice\" advertising image, executed in three layers of red, black, and blue cotton with extensive appliqué and embroidery in contrasting colors throughout. the composition centers on a large stylized dog, rendered in the pose of the famous nipper, seated with head tilted attentively toward an oversized gramophone horn at upper right. the dog's body is worked in dark cotton outlined in yellow and blue, with the interior filled with multicolored slit work in yellow, pink, green, and teal. its face is carefully detailed with an embroidered eye, open mouth with green stitching, and a collar rendered in yellow and green running stitch. the gramophone horn extends boldly across the upper right, its flared bell filled with horizontal bands of yellow, pink, green, orange, and magenta against the dark ground, outlined in blue and black. to the right of the central dog, two smaller upright figures stand beneath the gramophone \u2014 rendered in dark cotton with embroidered facial features including circular white eyes and pink and orange running-stitch details, one outlined in yellow and the other in pink. these figures appear to listen alongside the dog, adding a narrative quality to the scene. a small dark square at upper right contains the embroidered letters \"ad\" in red and white. at upper left, the word \"radio\" is rendered in mirror-reversed appliquéd letters in dark cotton outlined in yellow, green, and pink against the red ground. along the bottom edge, a horizontal band framed in blue contains the mirror-reversed text \"victorrecor\" (likely intended as \"victor record\") in multicolored appliquéd letters \u2014 green, yellow, purple, pink, orange, and red \u2014 a characteristic feature of molas adapted from printed commercial sources, where the maker faithfully copied the text as it appeared from the reverse of the original image. the red ground is filled throughout with rows of vertical slit work in orange, yellow, pink, green, teal, and white, leaving virtually no unworked space. a four-pointed star motif and small geometric forms in dark cotton with embroidered fill appear in the spaces around the central figures. the overall palette is dominated by warm reds and oranges with strong accents of blue, yellow, green, and pink. photos of a similar molas can be found on pages 12 and 240 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"38","title":{"en":"guna mola panel, rca victor his master's voice with radio advertising motifs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33694/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Light general wear consistent with age and use. Colors remain vibrant throughout. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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Loss of reverse fabric in one area, see photos. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T16:04:10.341Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33699,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33700/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970 15 × 18 inches a bold mola panel worked in 3 layers with reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting two mirrored owl figures seated side by side in a symmetrical composition. each owl displays a broad face with pointed ears, large concentric square eyes rendered in contrasting color sequences \u2014 one eye in green and red, the other in pink and red, with white centers \u2014 and a prominent beak or nose rendered as a curvilinear scroll motif at the chest. the owl faces are surrounded by radiating rows of multicolored embroidered running stitches suggesting feathered plumage. the bodies of each figure are filled with an array of curvilinear and geometric appliqué elements including paired scroll forms, wave motifs, and repeated \"m\"-shaped decorative units in varied color combinations. each owl terminates in splayed clawed feet with individual toes rendered in white and black cutwork at the base. the two figures are joined at the center by a narrow vertical channel with parallel line details, creating a unified bilateral composition. worked on brilliant red cotton ground with layers in black, green, yellow, orange, blue, pink, magenta, and white. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense, fully filled composition with sophisticated cutwork featuring complex curves, nested concentric forms around the eyes, and interlocking scroll shapes within the bodies. elaborate embroidered running stitch details in multiple colors fill the heads and enhance the overall textural richness. single panel on red cotton ground with black backing visible on the reverse. small orange triangular elements at lower corners. this piece exemplifies the guna tradition of rendering zoological subjects with stylized abstraction, transforming the owl \u2014 a creature of spiritual significance in guna cosmology \u2014 into a powerful graphic composition of exceptional visual impact. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"44","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with twin owl figures"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33700/view","tags":["usdecor_textiles","usdecor","usdecor_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Colors remain vibrant. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T16:05:08.669Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33700,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33701/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 15.75 × 18 inches a whimsical mola panel worked in 2 layers with reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting two large lace-up shoes rendered with expressive human facial features \u2014 a playful subject drawn from the guna tradition of interpreting everyday commercial objects encountered through trade and western contact. two smaller shoes appear between the principal forms, one at top center and one at bottom center. each of the two main shoes is enclosed within rounded, concentric ovoid frames rendered in multiple color bands of black, green, orange, and yellow. the shoe tongues are rendered as stylized hair or headpieces \u2014 the left shoe in green and black appliqué, the right in blue \u2014 lending each a distinct personality. below the tongues, prominent eyes, noses, and smiling mouths are embroidered onto the vamps, transforming the footwear into animated characters. the faces are filled with dense rows of multicolored embroidered running stitches suggesting the textured surface of the shoe leather. each shoe displays a bow at the throat rendered in appliqué \u2014 one in purple and blue, the other in yellow and green \u2014 with crossed lacing extending down the body of each shoe in contrasting diamond patterns. the two smaller interstitial shoes each display a simplified face with embroidered features and zigzag embroidered lacing in yellow and orange thread, echoing the larger forms in miniature. worked on red cotton ground with layers in black, green, orange, yellow, blue, purple, pink, and brown. the background field is densely filled with multicolored parallel hash marks in varied color sequences. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. elaborate embroidered details enrich the faces and decorative elements. single panel on red cotton ground with black backing visible on the reverse. this piece exemplifies the guna practice of transforming western consumer goods into spirited compositions, imbuing commercial footwear with personality and humor through the addition of human features \u2014 a hallmark of mid-century mola art reflecting cross-cultural exchange. a photo of a similar mola can be found on page 193 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"45","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with anthropomorphic lace-up shoes"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33701/view","tags":["usdecor_textiles","usdecor","usdecor_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T16:33:42.898Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33724,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33725/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 14.5 × 19.5 inches worked in three layers of reverse appliqué with applied appliqué and embroidery. a contact-era narrative panel, depicting two large crossed pistols set against a black ground. the pistols are rendered in red with blue outlines, their barrels crossing at center with gray appliquéd metal detailing on the chambers and embroidered mechanical accents. curved grips in red feature yellow and teal appliquéd details. thewords\"puna vasquez\" are inscribed in multicolored appliquéd letters across the upper register of each panel, with each letter rendered in a different color \u2014 orange, green, pink, yellow, and teal. dense multicolored slit-work fill bars in yellow, pink, orange, green, white, and lavender saturate the surrounding ground, creating a vibrant rhythm across the dark field. a red cotton border with rickrack trim frames each composition. running-stitch embroidery in contrasting threads adds textural detail throughout. a bold contact-era composition likely commemorating a named individual, reflecting the guna tradition of incorporating contemporary imagery and text into traditional mola design. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"69","title":{"en":"guna mola with crossed pistols"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33725/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Wear is present to the left of intersection of pistols, loss of fabric is visible, as well as, minor fading. 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Vibrant color. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T16:37:30.363Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33727,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33728/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 16 × 20.5 inches a striking mola panel worked in two layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting two large concentric spider webs, each with a spider at its hub, flanking a central field occupied by two additional spider figures. the web spiders feature red and yellow bodies with embroidered facial features, antennae, and segmented abdomens, each positioned at the center of radiating multicolored spoke lines extending through concentric rings of sawtooth-edged bands in red, black, yellow, teal, blue, and orange. the two central spiders between the webs are rendered with outstretched legs and spotted or patterned bodies surrounded by scattered teardrop and organic-shaped appliqué elements in varied colors. the double-web composition fills the entire field, the expanding circular forms interlocking across the panel to create a dynamic radial design. worked on red cotton ground with black layering throughout. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense, fully filled composition with sophisticated cutwork featuring complex curves in the concentric web rings and sawtooth borders. the symmetrical radial design demonstrates strong compositional control and visual rhythm across the entire panel. a similar photo of this mola can be found on page 96 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"72","title":{"en":"guna mola panel with spiders and webs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33728/view","tags":["usdecor_textiles","usdecor","usdecor_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. 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Side seams are no longer sewn. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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(guna yala), circa 1970s 14 × 17.5 inches a striking political portrait mola worked in three layers of reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery depicting a candidate for the panamanian national assembly. multicolored text across the top reads \"alonso fernandez,\" identifying the candidate, with \"diputado\" (deputy) adjacent. text at the lower left reads \"porel\" \u2014 the maker's rendering of por el (for the) \u2014 followed by \"ealindo,\" the maker's phonetic rendering from memory of galindo, a presidential candidate. \"presidente\" appears prominently across the bottom in large multicolored letters, indicating that fernández ran on the ticket of a presidential candidate named galindo. the composition is dominated by a large frontal portrait bust of the candidate, rendered with bold graphic intensity. the figure wears distinctive round teal spectacles with embroidered eyelashes radiating from each lens and white appliqué eyes with black pupils. a pink appliqué nose sits between the lenses, and spiral forms at each cheek suggest a broad, genial face. the mouth is rendered in pink with individually appliquéd white teeth, giving the figure a wide, engaging grin \u2014 the expression of a candidate appealing directly to voters. dense yellow vertical embroidered lines fill the face, creating a vibrant striped effect. the head is framed by concentric outlines in red, green, and yellow, with multicolored embroidered lines suggesting hair across the forehead. below the head, a prominent necktie in burgundy with horizontal striped embroidery in alternating red and white extends downward, tapering to a pointed end \u2014 a detail that characterizes the candidate as a man of western-style professional dress. the figure's right arm extends outward to the right, culminating in a large, expressively rendered open hand. the hand is outlined in red and green with yellow-outlined fingers spread wide, showing white and black fingertips, and a pink palm \u2014 a gesture of greeting, openness, or political appeal. a second, smaller raised hand appears at the upper right, reinforcing the gestural dynamism of the composition. two small panamanian flags in blue, white, and red with embroidered details appear within the composition \u2014 one near the figure's head and another at the lower right \u2014 reinforcing the national political context. groups of vertical dash elements in alternating colors \u2014 green, teal, blue, orange, pink, magenta, yellow, and purple \u2014 densely fill all remaining space around the figure. this piece is a remarkable example of political portraiture within the mola tradition, transforming campaign imagery into an expressive textile artwork. the maker has captured the candidate's individual features \u2014 particularly the eyeglasses, which serve as a distinguishing identifier \u2014 with vivid personality and graphic power. the linkage of a deputy candidate to a presidential running mate on a single panel documents the structure of panamanian party-slate politics as understood and commemorated by guna textile artists. as characteristic of guna textile tradition, all text is rendered from memory with phonetic spelling and stylistic interpretation. worked on black cotton ground with layers in red and teal. fine hand-stitching throughout with consistent stitch density. dense, fully filled composition with elaborate embroidered facial details and multicolored appliqué lettering throughout. orange cotton backing visible at edges. single panel on black cotton ground with orange backing. a similar photo of this mola can be found on page 214 of molas folk art of the cuna indians by parker and neal. provenance: from the parker & neal collection"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"106","title":{"en":"guna mola political campaign portrait for deputy candidate alonso fernández"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33762/view","tags":["usasian_southamerican","usasian","usasian_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear consistent with age. Vibrant color. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T18:46:56.162Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33821,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33822/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 15.75 × 16.25 inches (each panel) reverse appliqué mola panels worked in three layers of black, yellow, and red cotton, each centering a large frontal frog rendered in bold orange and yellow outline against a black ground, the face densely filled with multicolored chevron embroidery and featuring two white almond-shaped eyes and a central nasal element surmounted by a pink embroidered crown. the body expands outward into broad, heart-shaped haunches filled with interlocking multicolored scroll and serpentine motifs in red, blue, green, and magenta, bisected by a central vertical spine. the outstretched legs terminate in scroll-form feet in yellow, blue, and red. the reverse panel presents an alternative orientation of the same frog figure with horizontally striated body elements and a fish in the field. the surrounding ground densely filled throughout with multicolored vertical bar elements. techniques include reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery. applied to a full adult blouse constructed with bright magenta cotton body fabric, multicolored ric-rac trim at the yoke, black sleeve bands with blue ric-rac cuff trim, and red border at the hem. provenance: from the parker & neal collection."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"166","title":{"en":"guna mola blouse frontal frog with anthropomorphic face"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33822/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. Side seam and armhole on one side is unsewn. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T18:50:51.545Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33823,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33824/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 14.5 × 16.5 inches (each panel) reverse appliqué mola panels worked in three layers of red, orange, and black cotton, the front panel centering a latin cross rendered in bold orange outline against a red ground, bearing a crucified figure in blue and black with densely embroidered multicolored body, crowned head in yellow and grey, and the inscription \"inri\" appliquéd in multicolored letters above. flanking the cross, two appliquéd five-pointed star motifs with embroidered centers. in the lower register, a four-legged animal at left with scroll ornament and a second zoomorphic form at right, both rendered in blue and red outline against dotted fields. the upper border features a continuous running scroll or key-fret band in pink, orange, blue, and yellow. corner cartouches filled with multicolored crossed-bar motifs throughout. the reverse panel presents an alternative narrative composition with additional human and zoomorphic figures. the composition reflects the guna tradition of absorbing and reinterpreting catholic missionary imagery into the mola tradition. techniques include reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery. applied to a full adult blouse constructed with neon yellow-green cotton body fabric, dark red pleated trim at the yoke, sleeve cuffs with embroidered scroll bands, and a wide blue commercial floral-print cotton hem border. provenance: from the parker & neal collection."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"168","title":{"en":"guna mola blouse crucifixion"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33824/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. Side seam and armhole on one side is unsewn. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T18:52:54.180Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33824,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33825/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 9 × 11 inches (each panel) reverse appliqué mola panels worked in two layers of black, yellow, and red cotton, each centering a central field organized by bold concentric labyrinthine forms in yellow and red against a dark charcoal ground. the front panel features two confronting birds rendered in blue and orange outline, flanking a central six-petaled flower motif in yellow, with an embroidered vessel in green and red below. the back panel presents three stacked registers, each enclosing a single bird rendered alternately in blue and green outline with densely embroidered bodies, interspersed with embroidered trapezoid vessel forms. scroll terminals anchor the upper corners throughout. techniques include reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery. applied to a child's full blouse constructed with bright multicolored commercial floral-print cotton body fabric, white and red twisted cord trim at the yoke, orange ric-rac at the sleeve cuffs, and a wide gathered red cotton ruffle at the hem with orange border strip. provenance: from the parker & neal collection."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"169","title":{"en":"guna mola child's blouse, birds in labyrinthine field"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33825/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. Insurance is additional and required."},"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"soldPrice":15,"lastUpdate":"2026-05-16T18:54:01.680Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":33825,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/danaauctions/cloned-images/33826/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-05-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"panama (guna yala), circa 1970s 16.75 × 18 inches reverse appliqué mola panels worked in three layers of black, red, and orange cotton, each centering two large paired radial medallions rendered in bold red and orange outline against a black ground, each medallion composed of a dense starburst of multicolored appliquéd bars \u2014 blue, yellow, pink, green, teal, and white \u2014 radiating from a central cross-form hub ornamented with appliquéd squares. the medallions are set within a zigzag-edged circular field densely filled with multicolored embroidered dot arrays. the surrounding ground saturated throughout with horizontal multicolored embroidered bar elements in every register. the pink cotton body fabric of the blouse is elaborately adorned on the yoke with two pairs of crossed axe appliqués in green and yellow, each with a star-form head, and individual star appliqués in yellow, red, and white set within grey circular grounds on the sleeve cuffs, with additional loop-form appliqués at the cuff edges. a wide geometric yoke band features interlocking diamond and triangle forms in multicolor. techniques include reverse appliqué, appliqué, and embroidery. applied to a full adult blouse constructed with magenta cotton body fabric, yellow and grey yoke bands, and a red hem border. provenance: from the parker & neal collection."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"170","title":{"en":"guna mola blousetwin radial medallions"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/danaauctions/source/catalog/auction/74297/lot/33826/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"Minor wear and fading consistent with age. Pink fabric of upper blouse shows fading. In house Flat Rate US Shipping of $15 for 1 -10 molas, $5 each additional 10 molas. 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