A chuspa is a traditional bag used by the Inca people of South America to carry a variety of items, including food, clothing, and tools. The chuspa was often made from woven textiles, such as wool or alpaca fiber, and could be carried over the shoulder or attached to a belt.

A baby alpaca chuspa, or bag, would have been made from the soft and warm fiber of a baby alpaca, which is usually between 6 and 12 months old. This fiber is considered to be the softest and most valuable. The chuspa would have been woven using traditional Inca techniques, such as backstrap loom weaving or finger weaving, and might have had intricate patterns or designs woven into the fabric using a supplementary weft technique.

In the Inca Empire, the chuspa was an important part of daily life and was used by both men and women. It was often carried by the chasky, a type of messenger or runner who delivered messages and goods throughout the empire using the extensive network of roads. The chuspa would have been an essential part of the chasky’s equipment, allowing them to carry the items they needed while on their journey. Today, traditional chuspas and other woven bags are still made and are often prized for their craftsmanship and cultural significance.