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Collection of Three Framed Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment Bird Motifs Chimu Peru

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A lovely collection of three framed pre-Columbian textile fragment form Chimu culture (900AD-1470AD) in nowadays Peru circa 13-15th century. The three panels appear to be woven from dyed cotton and all depict birds or bird-like forms in various designs and presented in different wood frames. Two are panels with tassels suggesting that they may be fragment from a garment or shawl.
Bird motif was one of the most popular symbols found in textiles in Chimu and Chancay cultures.
The respective size crosswise is 20" x 8.5 x 1", 12.5" x 4" x1" and 14,5" x 11.5" x 1.5". The listed size is for packaging purpose.

More Information

Origin:	Peru
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	textile in wood frames
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Antique textile fragments as shown. Wood frames have age-related wear and small chips and old touchups.
Creation Date:	10-15th century
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Pre-Columbian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Animal/Insects, Geometric, Handmade, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	573010

Dimensions

W.	20 in;	H.	14 in;	D.	4 in;
W.	50.8 cm;	H.	35.56 cm;	D.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion