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Glossary

Pukara
Style of textile from the Pukara culture during the Late Formative/Early Intermediate characterised by the use of brilliant and contrasting colours as well as tapestry and warp faced fabrics.
pullo
Women's mantle, made in warp face technique in one piece; it was worn on ceremonial occasions over the shoulders and on top of a main garment and attached over the chest; it measured approximately 94 x 60 cm.
pulsera
Woollen accessory worn on the wrist or ankle.
pulsera de muñeca
Thin band, woven manually in knotting or macrame technique worn on the wrist as decoration or protection.
pulsera de tobillo
Thin band woven manually in plaiting, knotting or macrame technique and worn on the ankle.
Puna
Region that comprises the high, dry zones of northern Argentina.