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Framed Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment Chimu Culture

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£948.98
€1,085.43
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A nicely framed fragment of antique Pre-Columbian textile that depicts a stylized figure in a geometrical background. Linen backing. The fragment was from the Chimu culture (10th 14th century) located in the northern coast of nowadays Peru. The culture was known for producing fine textile featuring homomorphic motifs such as this. It thrived for many centuries after Wari empire before it was conquered by Inca.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 1.2 in (3.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Pre-Columbian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    15th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. antique textile fragment as shown.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU94507615643

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