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Pair of bands
Peruvian
Probably Middle Horizon
A.D. 500–800
Object Place: Peru, Nasca area, South Coast
Medium/Technique
Wool slit tapestry
Dimensions
a: 1 x 432 cm (3/8 x 170 1/16 in.) (a and b pictured together)
Credit Line
Gift of Edward H. Merrin
Accession Number1981.321a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionDesign: geometric motifs alternating with grouped bands. Tapestry weaving with plaited-end finish; brown, ochre, red, green wool wefts on cotton warp.
ProvenanceGift of Edward Merrin of Edward H. Merrin, Gallery, Inc., 724 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, September 16, 1981.