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Mola Art: Vibrant Red Tiger with Geometric Patterns

This striking Mola textile art piece features a stylized red tiger against a bold red background. The tiger is intricately detailed with white stitching, sharp teeth, and expressive eyes. Its body is adorned with numerous colorful, geometric "windows" or panels, each filled with a unique pattern of small squares in various hues like blue, green, yellow, and pink, set against black. Vertical black bars, resembling bamboo or prison bars, partially obscure the tiger, adding a layer of visual intrigue. The artwork is framed by a white border and surrounded by a field of vertical lines in multiple colors, creating a dynamic and visually rich composition. A small green plant motif is visible in the lower left corner. This piece exemplifies the vibrant and narrative style of Kuna Mola art, often depicting animals, nature, and cultural scenes with bold colors and meticulous craftsmanship.

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