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Ancient Peruvian Textile |
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| This gown was worn by a noble of the Chimú kingdom, which flourished in Peru from the 12th to the 15th century. Like many ancient Peruvian textiles, it features a pattern of stylized animals, in this case, birds. The dyes were made from vegetable or mineral substances and the colors—brown, scarlet, and yellow ochre—are typical of Chimú textiles. | ||||||
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| Bridgeman Art Library, London/New York | ||||||
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| Native Americans of Middle and South America; Clothing; Textiles; Pre-Columbian Art and Architecture | ||||||
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