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Object Number 46-77-30/8979
Display Title Fan, feather
Descriptions
Object Description Feathered fan; fibers of ropework structure of needle knitting sprial wrapped by other fibers, secured with bands of cordage and lashing stitches, and attach to stems of white feathers. Quills folded over and wrapped at joint. All fiber materials natural color.
Inventory Description Organic, white feathers, wrapped with brown fiber at end
Classification
  • Fiber
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Horizon?
  • Late Intermediate period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Huaura Province / <City> / Sayan
Additional Geographic Terms Central Coast; Huara Valley
Dimensions Overall: 23.5 x 10 cm (9 1/4 x 3 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1

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