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Object Number 46-77-30/9028
Display Title Headband or sling, braid
Descriptions
Object Description Headband or sling; two stout 16-strand braids extend from central needle structure. Braids, each reduced to their original 16-strands, individually spiral wrapped. Natural, deep red, black camelid. Sling braided not woven; fringe plied not braided.
Inventory Description Organic, woven sling, slit needle knit center, braided cords with braided fringe
Classification
  • Woven Fiber
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Horizon?
  • Late Intermediate period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Lima Region / Huaura Province / Huacho
Additional Geographic Terms Central Coast; Huara Valley
Materials Camelid
Dimensions Overall: 354 x 3.2 cm (139 3/8 x 1 1/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-77-30/9028

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