Description:

Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chancay culture, ca. 1000-1300 CE. This framed textile panel is comprised of wool yarns from alpaca or llamas dyed naturally to achieve that rich chocolate brown hue which contrasts beautifully with the soft beige background. The textile is in fine condition, likely due to the dry conditions of the Andes and protection from sunlight. The diamond patterning of the overall composition is host to lively representations of owls created by the imaginative artisan. 22"W x 26"H (framed) 19-1/2"H x 15"W (unframed) Provenance: Ex-Westermann collection, acquired in the 1950s All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

  • Condition: Slight, barely visible staining. Appears in excellent condition.

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Artemis Fine Arts

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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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