Lot 142C

Ancient Chimu Camelid Wool Textile w/ Fringe Border

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Ancient Chimu Camelid Wool Textile w/ Fringe Border

Estimate: $1,400 - $2,100

Starting Bid: $700

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October 2, 2025 8:00 AM MDT (In Progress)
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Louisville, CO, US


Description:

Pre-Columbian, Peru, Chimu culture, ca. 1100 to 1470 CE. A striking Chimu textile panel featuring a central brown square of camelid wool woven in a slightly open, gauze-like tabby weave. Stitched along the edges is a vivid border of pink and red, the interlocking spiral wave motif executed in slit tapestry technique. From the border hang rows of knotted tassels, each wrapped with yellow threads at the base. The textile is mounted on a modern cloth backing and stretched over a wooden frame, making it ready for display as a vibrant example of Chimu weaving artistry. Size: 22.5" L x 21.5" W (57.2 cm x 54.6 cm)

Provenance: ex- Tesorous Trading Company, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

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  • Condition: A couple of small repairs with stitching to the brown cloth. Overall excellent and mounted on a modern cloth over a wood frame.

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