POLETTE THROW (1965)

Verner Panton

100% Alpaca wool.

Alpacas (Lama pacos) are one of the most beautiful and gracious species on

Earth. It is a South American camelid related to the llamas, guanacos and vicuñas.

The alpacas have been the treasure of the Andes for over 6000 years, where the

Peruvian region currently houses the largest alpaca population in the world.

The baby alpaca fibre, used in the Polette throw, is from one of the finest parts

of the fleece. It has several outstanding properties: soft, light, durable and

versatile. The alpaca fleece serves like a natural thermostat, keeping you in steady

temperature. It is naturally hypoallergenic (lanolin free), not itchy and does not

retain water and is not flammable.

Alpaca weaving is part of the Peruvian’s inheritance. A traditional art since pre-Inca

times. The outcome is a fine, durable, comfortable, lightweight piece of textile,

amazingly soft on the skin.

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