Tapeçaria da cultura Chancay: dança cerimonial de seres multirraciais de outro mundo com comitiva de Lã de camelídeo. Licença de Exportação Espanhola - 76×0.05×42 cm - (1)

Chancay Culture Tapestry: Ceremonial Dance of Multiracial Otherworldly Beings with Avian Entourage

Description:
This exquisite tapestry, attributed to the Chancay culture, is a unique representation of a ceremonial dance featuring multiracial, otherworldly beings holding hands. The vibrant figures are depicted in various colors and attire, showcasing the artistic diversity and cultural significance of the Chancay civilization. Each row of dancers is meticulously woven, with detailed facial expressions and postures that convey a sense of movement and celebration. Accompanying these figures are an array of avian creatures, interspersed throughout the tapestry, adding to the dynamic and mystical nature of the scene. The intricate border at the bottom features additional birds, enhancing the overall theme of harmony between the supernatural and natural worlds.

Symbolism:
The various races holding hands symbolize unity, cooperation, and the interconnectedness of different aspects of life. This imagery emphasizes the beauty and strength that can arise from cultural exchange and collaboration. It serves as a visual representation of the value of inclusivity, mutual respect, and cooperation among diverse individuals.

Artistic Techniques:
The Chancay culture, was particularly skilled at creating intricate and elaborate openwork designs in their textiles. This tapestry showcases such craftsmanship, employing a combination of warp and weft manipulation to achieve its detailed patterns. Weavers used a backstrap loom, a simple and portable weaving device consisting of a stationary bar attached to a fixed structure and a flexible strap or belt around the weaver's back. By adjusting the tension on the warp threads, the weaver created intentional gaps or holes in the fabric, forming intricate geometric designs and pictorial motifs.

Openwork Technique:
To create the openwork pattern, the weaver selectively skipped or dropped specific warp threads while weaving the weft threads. This technique, known as discontinuous warp and weft, involved weaving parts of the fabric with larger gaps. Additionally, supplementary weft threads were used to create decorative motifs within the open areas. The warp threads, typically made from cotton or camelid fibers such as alpaca or llama wool, were skillfully manipulated to achieve the tapestry's elaborate design.

Cultural Significance:
These openwork textiles were highly valued and used for various purposes, including clothing, ceremonial garments, and burial shrouds. The complexity and artistry of the openwork designs demonstrate the skill and creativity of Chancay weavers, as well as their cultural significance in the textile traditions of ancient Peru. This tapestry not only serves as a decorative art piece but also provides valuable insight into the ceremonial practices and cosmology of the Chancay civilization. The depiction of multiracial beings and their avian companions suggests a rich narrative possibly linked to myths, rituals, or societal beliefs.

Provenance:

Family Heirloom Private Collection
Ex. Dr. Rivadeneyra collection, Berlin, late 1960s to early 1970s
To present owner by descent
Artwork with well-documented legal provenance and Spanish Historical Patrimony Export Certificate
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Shipped with insurance
Item legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14. This object is subject to the UNESCO Cultural Heritage Protection Act. For shipment to a non-EU member state, export regulations will vary.

Dimensions:

Height: 76 cm
Width: 42 cm
Thickness: 0.05 cm
Condition:
The tapestry is in excellent conservation condition.

Auction Estimate:
Given the rarity and cultural significance of this Chancay tapestry, it is expected to attract significant interest from collectors and institutions specialising in pre-Columbian art and textiles.

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