Pre-Columbian finely woven Chimu textile fragment in cotton and camelid fibre from the North Coast of Peru The lighter bands contain stylised anthropomorphic figures with raised arms, wearing rectangular tunics and elaborate headdresses. These figures likely represent ritual dancers, attendants, or mythological beings, common themes in Chimu ceremonial textiles. Between them appear bird figures, adding rhythmic structure to the composition. The red bands feature repeating spiral and wave patterns. Condition: Minor fraying at the edges Colours remain strong and well‑defined Mounted on a neutral black cloth backing and lightly attached to a hard paper (removable) From the wrappings of a mummy bundle. Time period: Ca. 1000 - 1200 AD Dimensions: 36 x 14 cm Provenance: purchased at a German auction - with copy of German export license The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.