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Applique face, embroidered
Applique face, embroidered
Object Number 41-52-30/3085
Display Title Applique face, embroidered
Descriptions
Object Description Two embroidered faces for applique; stem stitch embroidery in camelid on shaped foundation of 1-1 brown cotton plainweave (z-2s, 16 epcm.). Faces with feathered headdress and feathered fan(?) hanging below face. Camelid: yellow, pink, dark green, white (z-2s). An unattached feather fan included.
Inventory Description Organic, woven applique face, brown cotton plaineweave, embroidered faces
Classification
  • Raw Material
  • Woven Fiber
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Middle horizon
  • Nazca
  • Late Intermediate Period?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Nazca Province
Additional Geographic Terms Peru, South coast; Nazca
Materials Cotton, Camelid
Dimensions Overall: 10.5 x 9 cm (4 1/8 x 3 9/16 in.)
Quantity 4
Label on object 41-52-30/3085

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