essay

Moche textiles from Pacatnamu

, the moche occupation2 • Published In 1997 • Pages: 215-242

By: Donnan, Christopher B., Donnan, Sharon G..

Abstract
The authors describe textiles found during excavations at Pacatnamu in the Jequetepeque Valley, both garments and accessories, most of which came from burials. Included are the types of fibers used and how they were spun, woven (plain, twill, gauze, tapestry, etc.), and how the clothing and accessories were constructed and repaired. Comparisons are made with representations in Moche art. A table lists the textiles with enumeration of their features.
Subjects
Cordage
Woven and other interworked fabrics
Normal garb
Special garments
Paraphernalia
Clothing manufacture
Garment care
tradition
Moche
HRAF PubDate
2015
Region
South America
Sub Region
Central Andes
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2013
Field Date
1983-1987
Coverage Date
1600-1250 BP (AD 400-750)
Coverage Place
Pacatnamú, Guadalupe district, Pacasmayo (Jequetepeque Valley), La Libertad, Peru
Notes
Christopher B. Donnan, Sharon G. Donnan
For bibliographic references see document 27: Donnan (1997, Bibliography)
LCCN
86061112
LCSH
Pacatnamú Site (Peru)