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Two Frame Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragments Inca Culture Peru

About the Item

A collection of four pre-Columbian textile fragments presented in groupings in two wood frames. The style of these textile indicate that they are from Inca period in nowadays Peru, circa 15-16th century. The larger single panel shows stepped check pattern, prominent in Inca textile design. The checks were woven in two sets of contrasting tricolors, forming the shape of a hook. It is likely the decorative border of a large mantle or cape. The second frame displays three smaller pieces, with one woven in geometrical form in blue and white, and a pair of rectangular panels with a figure like patter and long tassels. These might also be fringes of some sort of clothing accessories. Their sizes are 10" x 25" x 1 and 11" x 12" x 1 respectively. Listed measurement is for packaging purpose only.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Pre-Columbian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Textile,Wood,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    15-16th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Antique textile fragments as shown. One with some thread unraveling. Not examined out of the frames. Frames with age wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945029960012
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