Chancay Textile Gauze Fragment brahmaniduck Families would consult their korwar

Families would consult their korwar for guidance on critical life events such as births

Monkeys were not native to the coastal regions of northern Peru but were imported from Ecuador

A superb early cassowary bone dagger

their compositions centered on the ship motif

By the mid-19th century

Chancay Textile Gauze Fragment brahmaniduck Families would consult their korwarPre Columbian era, Chancay culture, 10001470AD, Peru This charming small sized Chancay textile gauze fragment, likely part of a mummy bundle or tunic, showcases the vibrant colors of dark brown, light blue, and beige tones, a testament to the vivid natural dyes used by Chancay weavers. Despite its small size, the fragment retains the intricate craftsmanship characteristic of Chancay textiles. The Chancay civilization is celebrated for its mastery of