Chimú Textile Fragment with Geometric Designs
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Chimú Textile Fragment with Geometric Designs

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This Chimu textile fragment (1100–1500 AD) from Peru’s northern coast exemplifies Chimu artistry. Made from cotton, it features stylized human figures, felines, birds, and geometric motifs. Techniques like slit tapestry and reticular weave demonstrate its complexity. Such textiles were used in ceremonies and burials, signifying social status, with elaborate designs reserved for elites.