Section of Tunic

NameTunic Fragment

CultureHuari; Wari

Date600 - 900

Place madePeru, South America

MediumCamelid wool

Dimensions45 × 71 in. (114.3002 × 180.3404 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.1271

Object numberA.1995.93.1271

Collections

DescriptionSection of a tunic with tie-dyed stepped triangles that form blocks. Top and bottom edges have fringe. Color: Bright multi-colors: Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, white and tan Technique: Balanced plain weave, discontinuous warp and weft, and tie-dye