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Object Number 46-77-30/9634
Display Title Tunic, child's
Descriptions
Object Description Child's tunic of complex gauze weave with large lozenge design created by grouping warps so "warp-faced" sections alternate with open sections. Two cloths (70 x 25 cm., each) seamed together lengthwise leaving neck opening, then folded over and stitched up sides, leaving arm holes. Across bottom edge, simple border and fringe embroidered with dark brown cotton (2s-plied).
Inventory Description Organic, woven fiber, gauze, white weave, dark brown edge at bottom, slit top
Classification
  • Woven Fiber
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Intermediate period
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 37 x 61 cm (14 9/16 x 24 in.)
Quantity 1

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