unknown Nasca
Primary
Nasca Woven Tassel with Geometric Design
Early Intermediate Period-Middle Horizon200 - 1000
Cotton and Camelid fibers
11 5/8 x 7 7/8 x 23/32 in. (29.5 x 20 x 1.8 cm)
Bryn Mawr College
Accession Number:
2000.3.289
Geography:
South America, Peru, Andes
Classification:
Clothing and Adornments; Adornments
Culture/Nationality:
Nasca
Collection:
Ward M. Canaday Collection
Keywords
Click a term to view the records with the same keyword
This object has the following keywords:
- geometric patterns
- Nasca
- Peruvian - Of or belonging to the nation of Peru or its people.
- tassel - Pendant trimming, decoration, or garment, comprising loose strands. Before the 20th century, usually a wooden mold covered with strands of silk or worsted; now often merely a bunch of threads, cords, or other strands gathered together at the top.
- textiles - General term for carpets, fabrics, costume, or other works made of textile materials, which are natural or synthetic fibers created by weaving, felting, knotting, twining, or otherwise processing. For works of art or high craft that employ textile as a medium, prefer "textile art (visual works)."
Additional Images
Click an image to view a larger version
2000.3.289_BMC_a.pdf
2000.3.289_BMC_f.jpg
Portfolio List
Click a portfolio name to view all the objects in that portfolio
This object is a member of the following portfolios:
Your current search criteria is: Keyword is "BALHE" and [Object]Display Artist is "Unknown Nasca".
View current selection of records as: