Qero Paqo's Shamanic 4 Directions Wachala Black Textile (W010) M

Peruvian Shaman Archetype Wachala/Inner Cloth Also known as an uncuna despacho or sacred clothis handmade by the wives of shamans in the high Andes Mountains of Peru. This cloth features woven archetypes representing the four directions in its corners, with eyes of protection around the edges. Chinchero Shaman 4 Directions Archetype Wachala/Inner Cloth: Known as a Wachala, this sacred textile is used in rituals for blessings or prayers and for holding sacred objects. Traditionally hand-spun, hand-woven, and hand-dyed with natural dyes from 100% sheep's wool, it embodies deep spiritual significance. Four Directions Represented: South: Serpent/Snake West: Jaguar/Mountain Lion North: Hummingbird East: Eagle/Condor What is an Inner Cloth? An inner cloth is a sacred textile used by spiritual practitioners or shamans. It serves various purposes, including decoration, wrapping, and holding sacred prayers and artifacts. Often used as a centrepiece or personal medicine bundle, it is paired with a larger outer cloth (mesa - mestana) for wrapping and safekeeping. In shamanic practices, it functions as a sacred altar cloth, holding transformations, sacred objects, and talismans during personal development and ceremonies. Shamanic 4 Directions Wachala Textile - Mesa Inner Cloth Shamanic 4 Directions Wachala Textile is a sacred cloth crafted by Chinchero shamans. Fresh off the loom and not yet used in ceremonies, this beautifully finished and soft textile features woven archetypes representing the four cardinal directions and eyes of protection. The Wachala, used in rituals for blessings or prayers and for holding sacred objects, is hand-spun, hand-woven, and dyed with natural dyes from 100% sheep’s wool. The four directions are symbolised as follows: South with Serpent/Snake, West with Jaguar/Mountain Lion, North with Hummingbird, and East with Eagle/Condor. This cloth embodies traditional shamanic symbols and deep spiritual significance. Design: Four Directions are represented in various traditions South: Serpent/Snake West: Jaguar/Mountain Lion North: Hummingbird East: Eagle/Condor Uses: This sacred cloth is designed to wrap and hold sacred objects, stones, and kuyas. It can be placed inside a mesa cloth, which represents your inner world, while the mesa cloth represents your outer world. It's also used for client work, such as placing on a chakra before a session, creating a sacred altar, or as a despacho cloth. Colour: Black, red with eyes of protection edging Note that despacho cloths are typically larger, ideally suited for mesa or altar use. Approximate Size: 390mm x 390mm (15.5" x 15.5"). Please allow for a 10% tolerance in size and coloration. Material: High-quality llama and sheep yarns, naturally spun and dyed. Origin: Peruvian - High Andes - Chinchero. These cloths are not used in ceremony prior to being offered in the shop.