Τσανκέι Σπάνιο και εξαιρετικό Chancay Gauze Panel Textile Πλεκτό ύφασμα κεφαλής - 103 cm

Entirely Hand Knitted Large Gauze Panel Textile coloured with natural dyes. The knitting is quite unique in terms of style . Composed of two rows of horizontally aligned humanoid figures depicted geometrically as usual to the known textile works from the culture. There are six visible human motifs connected from the hands and with "plus" motifs between the figures, likely as a way to highlight the connection of people in a spiritual sense.
6 square humanoids, in black and burgundy with crosses. 103x64 cm. Thinly woven textile artwork tapestry is held together on a canvas sheet that can be removed from the artwork.
A Rare and Exquisite Chancay Gauze Panel Textile

This exceptional textile, a testament to the artistry of ancient Peru, is entirely hand-knitted from delicate cotton gauze using natural dyes. Its unique knitted style sets it apart from other Chancay textiles.


Provenance

This meticulously crafted textile boasts a well-documented legal provenance, including a Spanish Historical Patrimony Export Certificate. This document verifies the artwork's legality and facilitates its exportation.

Family History and Legacy

The textile originates from a distinguished private collection, having been passed down through generations. It was originally acquired by Dr. Jose Rivadeneyra Leon in northern Peru during the late 1960s/early 1970s. The collection stemmed from a passion for collecting shared by Dr. Rivadeneyra Leon, his father Engr. Julio Rivadeneyra, and his cousin, the renowned Peruvian architect and archaeologist Carlos Williams Leon.

Important Information for Potential Buyers

The seller will provide all documentation regarding provenance to the buyer.
Obtaining any necessary export permits will be handled by the seller.
Shipping the artwork outside the European Union may require an additional export license (1-2 month processing time).
Export taxes, applied according to Spanish legislation, will be added to the final auction price for non-EU buyers.
Legal Compliance

This piece complies with U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony (Code 2600, CHAPTER 14) and is subject to the UNESCO Cultural Heritage Protection Act. Potential buyers outside the EU should be aware of relevant export regulations in their respective countries.