Tapestry Fragment with Four Large Human Figures
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Caption
Lambayeque. Tapestry Fragment with Four Large Human Figures, 1000–1476. Camelid fiber, pigments, Textile: 21 x 21 in. (53.3 x 53.3 cm) Frame: 25 1/2 x 26 1/4 in. (64.8 x 66.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Dr. Alvin E. Friedman-Kien, 2004.109.2. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 2004.109.2_PS6.jpg)
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Title
Tapestry Fragment with Four Large Human Figures
Date
1000–1476
Medium
Camelid fiber, pigments
Classification
Dimensions
Textile: 21 x 21 in. (53.3 x 53.3 cm) Frame: 25 1/2 x 26 1/4 in. (64.8 x 66.7 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Alvin E. Friedman-Kien
Accession Number
2004.109.2
Rights
Creative Commons-BY
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This is a newly on view fragment of a Lambayeque tapestry. This design motif is known as the "Lord of Sicán" who is based on the legendary founder of the ruling dynasty of the Lambayeque Valley. The Lord of Sicán could be portrayed either in profile or frontally, as seen here. He was always wears feathered headgear and has almond-shaped, upturned, and so called "comma" eyes. His prestige is conveyed by his elaborate headdress and tunic as well as the attendant figures who surround him.
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