Hippijapa Straw Hat

Hippijapa Straw Hat

"Jipijapa Hat" is one of the most representative traditional handicrafts in Ecuador. It is famous for its unique weaving technology, natural material and profound cultural connotation. It is not only the daily clothing of the Ecuadorian people, but also the material witness of the blending of the country's "Andean indigenous culture" and "Spanish colonial tradition", and is known as the "Pearl of straw art in the Andes".
Cup shaped ceramic container - Bonn Collection of America

Cup shaped ceramic container - Bonn Collection of America

The cup-shaped container in the Bonn Collection of America is a pottery with a unique shape and color. This container is cup-shaped and coated with red and black pigments on the surface, with vivid colors and visual impact. Originating from the Canelo region of Ecuador, it was collected by Erich Wustmann and included in his personal collection. Not only is it a practical drinking vessel, but it also reflects the artistic and cultural characteristics of pottery making in ancient Ecuador. The combination of red and black may be related to local religious beliefs or social customs, reflecting the aesthetic concepts and lifestyle of ancient residents.