A Chimu gold rattle, 1100-1470 CE. The figure, with earspools and headdress, represents a member of the Chimu ruling class and was a common motif in Chimu art. (Art Institute of …

Status Currently Off View Department Arts of the Americas Culture Chimú Title Rattle Place Peruvian North Coast (Object made in:) Date Dates are not always precisely known, but the …

Apr 14, 2015 · Carved and inlaid spondylus shells, acquired from Ecuador, were another popular medium for Chimú art with diamond-shape inlays creating striking jewellery pieces. Precious …

The Chimú conquered this region in the fourteenth century and incorporated many of their traditions—and likely many of their metalsmiths—into their court at Chan Chan. These …

Chimu Civilization Gold Artifacts

The Chimú conquered this region in the fourteenth century and incorporated many of their traditions—and likely many of their metalsmiths—into their court at Chan Chan. These …

A Chimu gold rattle, 1100-1470 CE. The figure, with earspools and headdress, represents a member of the Chimu ruling class and was a common motif in Chimu art. (Art Institute of …

Jan 9, 2013 · File:Rattle, AD 1100-1470, Chimu, north coast Peru, gold or gold-plated silver - Art Institute of Chicago - DSC09732.JPG

This gesture was intended to mimic that of the Staff God, a deity worshipped by several cultures leading up to the beginning of the Chimú Empire. 1 This gold cup is taller than most other …

Status Currently Off View Department Arts of the Americas Culture Chimú Title Rattle Place Peruvian North Coast (Object made in) Date Dates are not always precisely known, but the Art …