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Magnificent Chimu Precolumbian Tapestry with 21 Multicolor Royal Attendants

About the Item

Complete and magnificent Chimu Pre-Columbian Tapestry with 21 multicolor Royal attendants and fringe. No restoration, professionally cleaned. Overall excellent condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Pre-Columbian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Tapestry,Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Peru
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1000-1476 AD
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Pedro Garza Garcia, MX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PE-1621stDibs: LU317239222311

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