Grades: 3rd & 4th
Title: Peruvian Tunics: Oil pastel on paper
Project: Throughout Peruvian prehistory the tunic was the primary item of clothing for men. Tunics have slit opening at the top for the neck a display a variety of weaving techniques, patterning, and a wide range of color.
In addition to being practical they represented different ethnic groups, social status, and religious beliefs.
The period from 600-900 AD was very rich in textile history. Thousands of well preserved examples survive to make up the longest most complete textile record in the world.
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