Cannabis and Textiles

Cannabis has been in use for thousands of years both as a fiber and an induction method to altered states of consciousness. do the textiles reflect this connection?

Cave painting  of cannabis plants from Kyushu Island, Japan, dating to Jomon Period (14,000 to 300 BC). This is thought to be the earliest artwork in Japan.

Textiles and the Multi-tiered Cosmos: Suzani

Suzani is one of the most beautiful and ancient textile techniques in the world. Explore the shamanic connections within the tradition. 

Textiles and the Multi-tiered Cosmos: Huari Textiles

This guy.

Huari textiles are considered by many to be the finest works of art from any era. Are they linked to shamanic practices?