essay

Cheqo Wasi, Huari

huari administrative structure : prehistoric monumental architecture and state governmentWashington, D.C. • Published In 1991 • Pages: 55-69

By: Benavides Calle, Mario.

Abstract
Benavides describes architecture and some of the findings (miniatures, human femur lamps, etc.) from the section of Huari known as Cheqo Wasi. Benavides proposes, '… the central structure at Cheqo Wasi was devoted to a cult of the dead … this structure is virtually surrounded by complexes of funerary chambers.' (page 68).
Subjects
Acculturation and culture contact
Ceramic technology
Lithic industries
Masonry
Architecture
Building interiors and arrangement
General tools
Visual arts
Burial practices and funerals
Cultural stratigraphy
tradition
Huari
HRAF PubDate
2003
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 ; 2002
Field Date
not specified
Coverage Date
Middle Horizon
Coverage Place
site of Huari; Ayacucho basin; Peru
Notes
Mario Benavides C.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 69)
LCCN
89023354
LCSH
Indians of South America--Antiquities--Peru