{"title":"Woven Treasures of the Ancient Americas","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStep into the fascinating world of ancient textile art and explore our curated collection of authentic Pre-Columbian textiles and weaving implements. Discover rare and beautifully preserved textile fragments, along with needles, spindle whorls, and other tools that reveal the remarkable craftsmanship and artistic traditions of the ancient Americas. Each piece offers a unique connection to a vanished civilization and makes a distinctive addition to any serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sewing-needle-tawantinsuyu","title":"Inca Bronze Sewing Needle","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Inca Empire, c. 1438–1533 AD, Andes Region, South America\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA delicate bronze sewing needle from the Inca Empire, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of this advanced civilization. The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. \u003c\/span\u003eSurface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. \u003cspan\u003eSize approx. 9,6cm x 0,2cm x 0,2cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44152820564233,"sku":"1050259","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/needle.jpg?v=1676473434"},{"product_id":"collection-of-spindle-whorls","title":"Manabí or Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorls","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Manabí Culture, Ecuador \u0026amp; Quimbaya Culture, Colombia, c. 1050-1500 AD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fascinating collection of four Pre-Columbian earthenware spindle whorls, each adorned with intricately incised fine-line motifs in elegant linear and circular patterns. These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,5cm to 2,4cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158611718409,"sku":"1061048","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/IMG_8995.jpg?v=1676545325"},{"product_id":"inca-sewing-needle","title":"Inca Bronze Sewing Needle","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Inca Empire, c. 1438–1533 AD, Andes Region, South America\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA delicate bronze sewing needle from the Inca Empire, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of this advanced civilization. The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. \u003c\/span\u003eSurface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize approx.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e9,7cm x 0,2cm x 0,2cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158719131913,"sku":"1022498","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/IMG_8969.jpg?v=1676546106"},{"product_id":"inca-sewing-needle-1","title":"Inca Bronze Sewing Needle","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Inca Empire, c. 1438–1533 AD, Andes Region, South America\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA delicate bronze sewing needle from the Inca Empire, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of this advanced civilization. The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. Size approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10,3cm x 0,2cm x 0,2cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158749999369,"sku":"1024371","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/IMG_8964.jpg?v=1676546444"},{"product_id":"inca-sewing-needle-2","title":"Inca Bronze Sewing Needle","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Inca Empire, c. 1438–1533 AD, Andes Region, South America\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA delicate bronze sewing needle from the Inca Empire, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of this advanced civilization. The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. Size approx. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e10,5cm x 0,2cm x 0,2cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158862983433,"sku":"1096604","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/IMG_8958.jpg?v=1676547676"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorls-1","title":"Manabí or Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorls","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Manabí Culture, Ecuador \u0026amp; Quimbaya Culture, Colombia, c. 1050-1500 AD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fascinating collection of four Pre-Columbian earthenware spindle whorls, each adorned with intricately incised fine-line motifs in elegant linear and circular patterns. These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,5cm to 2,4cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44158935367945,"sku":"1064196","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/IMG_8988.jpg?v=1676548535"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorl","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. 3,4cm x 3,4cm x 2,0cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Danish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44159055331593,"sku":"1028272","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/spin1.jpg?v=1676550524"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorl-1","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. 3,6cm\u003cspan\u003e x 3,6cm x 2,0cm\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Danish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44159233229065,"sku":"1060843","price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/w1.jpg?v=1676552168"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorl-2","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. \u003cspan\u003e2,4cm x 2,4cm x 1,8cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Danish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44159262720265,"sku":"1084547","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/w1_d4c6c98e-2efa-487d-b640-2b75b272cd66.jpg?v=1676552485"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorl-3","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. \u003cspan\u003e3,8cm x 3,8cm x 2,4cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Danish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44159274909961,"sku":"1014606","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/w1_35a7d293-5763-4a3c-bf4b-53b78374a4bd.jpg?v=1676552728"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorl-4","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. \u003cspan\u003e3,9cm x 3,9cm x 2,1cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Danish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. 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These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. 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These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,5cm to 2,4cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. 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These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2,1cm to 2,5cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. 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These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2,1cm to 2,5cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. 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This finely woven textile, small in size, features stylized stripes in vivid hues of golden brown, light yellow and light emerald green, demonstrating the rich color palette typical of Chancay textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRenowned for their exceptional textile craftsmanship, the Chancay people used textiles as a powerful symbol of status, spirituality, and identity. Their weavers specialized in delicate gauze work and intricate geometric and pictorial designs, incorporating animals such as birds, fish, monkeys, and dogs, as well as human figures and abstract patterns. They utilized a variety of materials, including llama wool, cotton, and feathers, and their dyeing techniques produced an impressive range of colors, from earthy browns and scarlets to striking blues and greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeyond their aesthetic beauty, Chancay textiles played a critical role in funerary customs. The deceased were carefully wrapped in multiple layers of cloth, often adorned with ritualistic patterns and symbols, before being buried with offerings and personal belongings to ensure a safe passage into the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exceptional textile fragment stands as a testament to the sophistication and artistry of Chancay weavers—a rare and desirable piece for collectors of Pre-Columbian textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, dirt and dust. 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Finely woven with stylized stripes, the textile retains its vivid hues of golden brown, burgundy, dark moss green, and light emerald green, a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of its makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay people were renowned for their mastery of textiles, which served as vital symbols of status, wealth, gender, and spirituality. Specializing in delicate gauze work, their weavings incorporated a diverse palette, including yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens. The materials used ranged from llama wool and cotton to chiffon and even feathers. Typical designs featured geometric patterns as well as depictions of plants, animals—such as fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs—and human figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eGauze textiles like this one held deep religious and magical significance, often serving as headdresses for the deceased. As part of their burial customs, the Chancay people wrapped their dead in multiple layers of cloth and interred them alongside various grave goods. This remarkable fragment offers a glimpse into the artistic sophistication and spiritual beliefs of this ancient Andean civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate condition. Age-related wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, soil, dirt and dust. Sizes approx. 23,0cm x 10,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44166809420041,"sku":"1037370","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/c1_c1ddcda4-f02e-4706-8f98-2157f7b3018a.jpg?v=1676649011"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-2","title":"Chancay Textile Fringe Fragment","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000-1470AD, Peru.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis mesmerizing Chancay textile fringe fragment, once part of a mummy bundle or headdress, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of Chancay weavers. A finely woven textile band with a stylized fringe, it retains its striking burgundy and golden brown hues, showcasing the durability and vibrancy of ancient Andean dyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization was renowned for its mastery of textiles, which played a crucial role in expressing status, wealth, gender, and spirituality. Specializing in delicate gauze work, Chancay weavers employed a diverse palette, incorporating shades of yellow, brown, scarlet, white, blue, and green. Materials such as llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and even feathers were commonly used, while designs often featured geometric motifs alongside depictions of plants, animals—including fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs—and human figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTextiles of this nature held deep ritual significance, frequently serving as headdresses or wrappings for the deceased. In accordance with their burial traditions, the Chancay people shrouded their dead in multiple layers of cloth, accompanied by various grave goods. This exquisite fragment stands as a testament to the artistic sophistication and spiritual depth of this pre-Columbian culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate condition. Age-related heavy wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, soil, dirt and dust. Sizes approx. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e18,0cm x 3,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169567568137,"sku":"1069562","price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/a1_4fe522e3-8147-41e1-850a-8fc553ab875b.jpg?v=1676711456"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-3","title":"Chancay Textile Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis fascinating small-sized Chancay textile fragment, likely part of the wrappings of a mummy bundle or tunic, offers a glimpse into the vibrant textile traditions of the Chancay culture. Despite signs of wear, the piece retains its vivid golden brown, burgundy, dark moss green, and light emerald green tones, showcasing the durability of the dyes used by the Chancay weavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization is renowned for its advanced textile work, which conveyed meaning related to status, wealth, spirituality, and gender. Weaving was an essential practice, with Chancay artisans specializing in delicate gauze techniques. They employed a broad range of colors, including yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens, and worked with materials such as llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe textile designs were typically geometric but also featured motifs representing plants, animals—such as fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs—and human figures. These textiles were primarily used for religious and magical purposes, particularly for covering the heads of the deceased as headdresses. Following their burial customs, the Chancay wrapped their dead in numerous layers of cloth, often accompanied by a variety of grave goods. This fragment is a remarkable example of the cultural and spiritual significance of Chancay textiles in their burial rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate condition. Fragment as shown. Age-related heavy wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, soil, dirt and dust. Sizes approx. 7,0cm x 4,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169668198665,"sku":"1068216","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/c1_0cd18a04-270e-4a8c-a092-edeb855cc65a.jpg?v=1676713210"},{"product_id":"chancay-gauze-fragment","title":"Chancay Gauze Textile Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis magnificent Chancay gauze textile fragment, rendered in a natural beige hue, is a striking example of the sophisticated textile artistry of the Chancay culture (1000–1470 AD). Likely originating from a mummy bundle or tunic, this finely woven piece exemplifies the Chancay weavers’ unparalleled skill in delicate gauze work, a technique that set their textiles apart in the Pre-Columbian world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTextiles were deeply symbolic and multifaceted in Chancay society, serving as markers of status, gender, wealth, and spirituality. Chancay artisans employed a broad range of colors, including yellow, brown, scarlet, white, blue, and green, and worked with materials such as llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and even feathers. Their intricate designs often incorporated geometric patterns, flora, and stylized depictions of animals (fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs), as well as human figures, all imbued with spiritual or social significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eGauze textiles held a sacred function, frequently used in religious and magical rituals, particularly as ceremonial headdresses for the deceased. In accordance with Chancay burial customs, individuals were wrapped in multiple layers of cloth and interred alongside a variety of grave goods, ensuring their journey into the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA rare and historically significant artifact, this exquisite textile fragment is a testament to the Chancay people’s artistic ingenuity and ceremonial traditions, making it a valuable addition to any collection of Pre-Columbian antiquities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, dirt and dust. \u003cspan\u003eSize approx. 15,0cm x 15,5cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169683697929,"sku":"1013882","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/d2.jpg?v=1676713436"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-4","title":"Chancay Textile Fragments","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA set of beautiful Chancay textile fragments, likely once part of a mummy bundle or tunic, showcasing the rich textile heritage of this coastal Andean culture. Despite their age, the fragments retain traces of vivid color and intricate patterning, reflecting the Chancay’s sophisticated approach to textile design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization is especially renowned for its mastery of textile arts, which played a vital role in expressing identity, status, gender, and spiritual beliefs. Their weavers excelled in producing fine gauze textiles, using materials such as llama wool, cotton, and occasionally incorporating chiffon or feathers. The Chancay palette ranged from earthy browns and yellows to vivid scarlets, blues, whites, and greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDecorative motifs were primarily geometric but also included stylized depictions of animals—such as cats, birds, fish, monkeys, and dogs—as well as plant forms and human figures. Many of these textiles were intended for ceremonial use, including burial rites. Bodies were often wrapped in layers of finely woven cloth and buried with various goods, while special gauze weavings were used as headdresses to cover the heads of the dead for ritual and magical purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThese fragments provide a poignant glimpse into the ceremonial and artistic life of the Chancay, preserving the enduring beauty and symbolism of their woven legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear. Loose threads and tears. Stains, soil, dirt and dust. Size approx. 29,0cm x 3,0cm and 8,0cm x 9,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169709224201,"sku":"1088112","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/e1.jpg?v=1676713806"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorls-8","title":"Manabí or Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorls","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Manabí Culture, Ecuador \u0026amp; Quimbaya Culture, Colombia, c. 1050-1500 AD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA stunning collection of four Pre-Columbian earthenware spindle whorls, each adorned with intricately incised fine-line motifs in elegant linear and circular patterns. These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,4cm to 2,8cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169715613961,"sku":"1094901","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/a1_2ceda097-c8a6-44c3-8502-46658a69666c.jpg?v=1676714052"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorls-9","title":"Manabí or Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorls","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Manabí Culture, Ecuador \u0026amp; Quimbaya Culture, Colombia, c. 1050-1500 AD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fabulous collection of four Pre-Columbian earthenware spindle whorls, each adorned with intricately incised fine-line motifs in elegant linear and circular patterns. These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1,1cm to 3,7cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169819357449,"sku":"1099512","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/c1_b48e8495-14ac-4d14-bbf0-9fb5837400de.jpg?v=1676714708"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-spindle-whorls-10","title":"Manabí or Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorls","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Manabí Culture, Ecuador \u0026amp; Quimbaya Culture, Colombia, c. 1050-1500 AD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fascinating collection of four Pre-Columbian earthenware spindle whorls, each adorned with intricately incised fine-line motifs in elegant linear and circular patterns. These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSize of the whorls varies from approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,8cm to 2,4cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. 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These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. 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The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. 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The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. Size approx. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10,5cm x 0,3cm x 0,2cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Dutch private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44169908748553,"sku":"1093716","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/a1_9c5aa6bc-ce96-4f65-b7d9-deda61457e77.jpg?v=1676715828"},{"product_id":"inca-sewing-needle-5","title":"Inca Bronze Sewing Needle","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Inca Empire, c. 1438–1533 AD, Andes Region, South America\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA delicate bronze sewing needle from the Inca Empire, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of this advanced civilization. The Inca, known for their impressive architecture and textiles, used such tools in their intricate weaving processes. This needle, likely used in the production of fine textiles for both everyday wear and ceremonial use, highlights the Inca's mastery in creating functional yet beautifully crafted items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Inca Empire was the largest in pre-Columbian America, renowned for its innovations in agriculture, architecture, and record-keeping. This rare artifact offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and craftsmanship that supported the empire’s success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors, offering a tangible connection to the Inca's rich culture and advanced society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks and corrosion, with encrusted patina. 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These meticulously hand-polished artifacts serve as remarkable testaments to the advanced textile traditions of ancient South American civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, facilitated the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Their size and weight determined their function: smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers like rabbit fur, while heavier whorls were suited for coarser materials such as maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms, ranging from spheroid and semi-spheroid to barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical. The intricate decorative patterns, primarily achieved through incision and excision, were often filled with white lime or pigments, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIntriguingly, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru feature highly detailed depictions of plant reproductive structures, illustrating the economic importance of crops like tomatoes, peppers (Solanaceae), gourds, squashes (Cucurbitaceae), and cotton (Gossypium barbadense). The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA superb and historically rich collection, perfect for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts, textile history, and ancient tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. 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Likely originating from a mummy bundle or tunic, this finely woven piece showcases the Chancay civilization’s mastery of gauze weaving, a delicate and intricate technique that distinguished their textile tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTextiles played a profound symbolic role in Chancay society, serving as indicators of status, spirituality, wealth, and identity. The Chancay weavers employed a diverse color palette, including yellow, brown, scarlet, white, blue, and green, and crafted textiles from materials such as llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and even feathers. Their designs often featured geometric patterns, plants, and stylized depictions of animals (fish, birds, cats, monkeys, and dogs), as well as human figures, all imbued with spiritual significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eGauze textiles held a sacred function, frequently used as headdresses or ceremonial wrappings for the deceased. Following Chancay burial customs, individuals were wrapped in multiple layers of cloth and buried with various grave goods, ensuring their passage into the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA rare and historically significant artifact, this textile fragment is a testament to the Chancay people’s artistic ingenuity and ceremonial traditions, making it a valuable addition to any collection of Pre-Columbian antiquities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, dirt and dust. \u003cspan\u003eSize approx. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e21,0cm x 12,0cm. 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These finely woven bands and braided strips display still-vivid hues of burgundy, yellow, green, and brown—colors emblematic of Chancay textile artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRenowned for their mastery of textile production, the Chancay civilization considered textiles a profound medium of cultural expression. These works conveyed messages about status, gender, wealth, and spirituality. Chancay weavers were particularly skilled in producing delicate gauzes, often using materials like llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and even feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTheir textiles featured a wide color palette, including scarlet, white, blue, and various earth tones. Motifs ranged from abstract geometric patterns to stylized depictions of animals such as fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs, along with human figures and plant forms. Many of these weavings had ritual purposes—especially gauzes, which were used to cover the heads of the deceased in the form of magical or spiritual headdresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn line with Chancay funerary customs, bodies were wrapped in layers of cloth and interred with grave goods. These textile fragments are enduring relics of that sacred tradition, offering insight into both the spiritual beliefs and the remarkable craftsmanship of the Chancay people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate condition. Age-related heavy wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, soil and dust. Sizes approx. 4,3cm to 10,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44187791786249,"sku":"1081094","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/b1_84d3a9c8-526a-4e22-8d5f-e30727438435.jpg?v=1676906451"},{"product_id":"chancay-gauze-fragment-2","title":"Chancay Gauze Textile Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis exquisite Chancay gauze textile fragment is a stunning representation of the renowned weaving traditions of the Pre-Columbian Chancay culture (1000–1470 AD). Likely originating from a mummy bundle or tunic, this delicate fabric exemplifies the Chancay’s mastery of textile production, particularly in the creation of fine gauze weaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization, which flourished along Peru’s central coast, placed immense value on textiles as a symbol of status, spirituality, and identity. Their artisans used llama wool, cotton, and chiffon, often incorporating scarlet, yellow, white, blue, green, and brown pigments into their elaborate geometric and figurative designs. These motifs frequently depicted plants, animals (such as fish, birds, cats, monkeys, and dogs), and human figures, imbued with deep ritual and symbolic meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eGauze textiles held spiritual and magical significance, frequently serving as headdresses or ceremonial wrappings for the deceased. In accordance with Chancay burial customs, the dead were wrapped in multiple layers of fabric and interred alongside funerary goods to accompany them into the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA rare and historically significant textile, this piece provides an intimate glimpse into Chancay ceremonial practices and artistic excellence, making it an exceptional artifact for collectors and scholars alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear, loose threads, holes, and stains. Size approx. 17,0cm x 18,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44187868659977,"sku":"1077374","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/a1_1b220fdf-2e51-4bd8-8814-5445d3e905f8.jpg?v=1676906740"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-5","title":"Chancay Textile Gauze Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis charming small-sized Chancay textile gauze fragment, likely part of a mummy bundle or tunic, showcases the vibrant colors of dark brown, light blue, and beige tones, a testament to the vivid natural dyes used by Chancay weavers. Despite its small size, the fragment retains the intricate craftsmanship characteristic of Chancay textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization is celebrated for its mastery of textiles, which played a central role in conveying symbolism related to status, gender, wealth, and spirituality. Known for their delicate gauze work, Chancay weavers utilized a variety of materials, including llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and feathers, and employed a wide range of colors such as yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTextile designs were often geometric, incorporating motifs of plants, animals—including fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs—and human figures. These fabrics, especially gauze, were primarily used for religious and ceremonial purposes, often for creating headdresses that covered the heads of the deceased in burial rituals. According to Chancay burial customs, the dead were wrapped in layers of cloth and buried with various goods, underscoring the spiritual and cultural significance of textiles within their society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate condition. Fragment as shown. Age-related heavy wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, soil, dirt and dust. Sizes approx. 7,0cm x 7,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44187966767369,"sku":"1010495","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/b1_7e11fe12-22cc-4cc9-b836-5d425842b6c5.jpg?v=1676907068"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-6","title":"Chancay Textile Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Chancay Culture, c. 1000-1470 AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA remarkable Chancay textile fragment, possibly from a mummy bundle wrapping or tunic, showcasing the extraordinary weaving mastery of this ancient Peruvian civilization. This finely woven textile, medium in size, features stylized stripes in vivid hues of golden brown, burgundy, dark moss green, and light emerald green, demonstrating the rich color palette typical of Chancay textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRenowned for their exceptional textile craftsmanship, the Chancay people used textiles as a powerful symbol of status, spirituality, and identity. Their weavers specialized in delicate gauze work and intricate geometric and pictorial designs, incorporating animals such as birds, fish, monkeys, and dogs, as well as human figures and abstract patterns. They utilized a variety of materials, including llama wool, cotton, and feathers, and their dyeing techniques produced an impressive range of colors, from earthy browns and scarlets to striking blues and greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBeyond their aesthetic beauty, Chancay textiles played a critical role in funerary customs. The deceased were carefully wrapped in multiple layers of cloth, often adorned with ritualistic patterns and symbols, before being buried with offerings and personal belongings to ensure a safe passage into the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis exceptional textile fragment stands as a testament to the sophistication and artistry of Chancay weavers—a rare and desirable piece for collectors of Pre-Columbian textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, dirt and dust. Size approx. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e28,5cm x 28,5cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44188035514633,"sku":"1026781","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/c1_b86ecd55-d8ab-4cd0-b90e-50176036daa0.jpg?v=1676907282"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-7","title":"Chancay Textile Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis lovely small-sized Chancay textile fragment, likely from the wrappings of a mummy bundle or tunic, features a plain woven textile in a beautiful golden brownish-red color. Despite its age, the vivid tones remain striking, reflecting the rich natural dyes used by Chancay weavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay culture is renowned for its exceptional textile craftsmanship, which served as a vital form of symbolism, conveying meaning related to status, gender, wealth, and spirituality. Chancay weavers were particularly skilled in delicate gauze work, incorporating a wide range of colors, including yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens. Materials used in the creation of these textiles included llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe geometric designs often found in these textiles included motifs of plants, animals—such as fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs—and human figures. Textiles, especially gauzes, were primarily used for religious and ceremonial purposes, including covering the head of the deceased in the form of headdresses. In keeping with Chancay burial practices, the dead were wrapped in multiple layers of cloth, which were often buried alongside various grave goods, emphasizing the cultural and spiritual significance of textiles within their society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate condition. Fragment as shown. Age-related wear. Loose threads, tears and holes. Stains, dirt and dust. Size approx. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e12,5cm x 8,0cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44188064088329,"sku":"1027996","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/d1_ff67533b-8d41-4b41-a7ad-0951bee9d31c.jpg?v=1676907511"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-fragment-9","title":"Chancay Textile Fragment","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFabulous Chancay textile fragment from the wrappings of a mummy bundle or tunic, featuring intricate geometric motifs along with stylized feline heads and wavy tails. The fragment is composed of two parts and retains vivid hues of golden brown, dark reddish brown, and light yellow—testament to the durability of Chancay dyeing techniques and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay are celebrated for their extraordinary mastery of textiles, which were vital in expressing status, identity, and spiritual meaning. Their artisans specialized in delicate gauze work and utilized a wide spectrum of colors, including yellows, scarlet, browns, whites, blues, and greens. Fabrics were commonly made from llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and even feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eChancay textile designs often incorporated stylized depictions of animals—such as fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs—as well as plants and human figures, often arranged in geometric patterns. These textiles, especially gauze works, served ritual and magical purposes. They were commonly fashioned into headdresses to cover the heads of the deceased. In line with their funerary customs, the Chancay wrapped their dead in multiple layers of cloth and buried them with grave goods, highlighting the sacred role of textiles in their cultural and spiritual practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear, loose threads, tears, and holes. Stains, soil and dust. Sizes approx. 14,0cm x 6,5cm and 12,0cm x 7,5cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44188154626313,"sku":"1041889","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/products\/f1.jpg?v=1676908011"},{"product_id":"chancay-textile-weaver-comb","title":"Chancay Textile Weaving Comb","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn exceptional and rare weaving comb, beautifully crafted from split reed—most likely Carrizo (\u003ci\u003ePhragmites australis\u003c\/i\u003e)—and featuring 30 finely barbed spikes fastened between two horizontal shafts. This authentic textile tool is tightly bound with light brown braided thread characteristic of Chancay textile production. The sturdy rectangular handle is reinforced with black resin, possibly bitumen, and is elegantly embellished with dark brown seeds for added texture and visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis comb was an essential implement in the complex process of weaving, used to beat the weft threads securely into place. Its remarkable preservation, with resin and original binding thread still intact, offers a rare glimpse into the technical sophistication of Chancay textile craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Chancay culture flourished along Peru’s central coast and is renowned for its mastery of textile arts. Weaving was not only a practical skill but also a profound symbolic language used to express social identity, wealth, gender, and spiritual belief. Chancay artisans employed a vibrant palette of yellows, browns, scarlets, whites, blues, and greens, working with llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and feathers to create intricate gauzes and cloths. Their designs often featured geometric motifs alongside stylized depictions of animals, plants, and human figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTextiles were deeply intertwined with ritual life—used in religious ceremonies, magical practices, and funerary rites. In death, Chancay individuals were wrapped in multiple layers of woven cloth and buried with grave goods, reflecting the enduring cultural and symbolic importance of textiles and their tools in Chancay society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear commensurate with age and use. \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMinor chips and losses to some barbed spikes. Chip to black resin. Size approx. 7,8cm x 6,2cm x 1,0cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden Comb with Woolen Decoration, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession number: 1994.35.44 (https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/316869)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44603737571593,"sku":"1100635","price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5096.jpg?v=1694599034"},{"product_id":"chancay-wooden-weaving-sword","title":"Chancay Wooden Weaving Sword","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Chancay Culture, c. 1000-1470 AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA finely preserved hand-carved wooden weaving sword, an essential tool in the intricate art of Chancay textile production. Also known as a beater or batten, this specialized instrument was used to press the weft yarn into place, ensuring tight, even weaving. In some traditional techniques, such as band weaving and tablet weaving, the weaving sword could also function as a shuttle, demonstrating the efficiency and ingenuity of ancient Chancay artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization, flourishing along Peru’s central coast between 1000-1470 AD, is celebrated for its mastery of textile arts. Textiles held deep symbolic significance, conveying status, spirituality, and wealth. Chancay weavers specialized in delicate gauze work and vibrant textiles, incorporating a rich palette of yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens, woven from llama wool, cotton, and even adorned with feathers. Their intricate designs featured geometric patterns, depictions of plants, animals like birds and monkeys, and stylized human figures. Beyond their daily use, textiles played a vital role in funerary practices. The Chancay people wrapped their deceased in multiple layers of cloth, using fine headdresses and woven garments to accompany them into the afterlife.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exceptional wooden weaving sword is a rare testament to the technical sophistication and artistic excellence of the Chancay culture—a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Excellent condition. Wear commensurate with age and use. Size approx. 28,0cm x 1,3cm x 0,5cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44604099395849,"sku":"1100636","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5166.jpg?v=1694609442"},{"product_id":"chancay-bone-weaving-sword","title":"Chancay Bone Weaving Sword","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Chancay culture, 1000–1470AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis fabulous hand-carved bone weaving sword, crafted from llama or alpaca bone, is a remarkable artifact from the Chancay culture (1000–1470 AD), a pre-Columbian civilization renowned for its textile mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe weaving sword, also known as a beater or batten, was an essential tool in the weaving process, designed to securely push the weft yarn into place. In small-scale hand weaving, such as band weaving and tablet weaving, the beater was sometimes combined with the shuttle into a single, multifunctional tool. Given the Chancay people’s expertise in textiles, tools like this were integral to their daily life and artistic traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eChancay weavers specialized in delicate gauze work and employed a rich palette of yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens. Their fabrics, made from llama wool, cotton, chiffon, and even feathers, often bore intricate geometric patterns and stylized depictions of plants, animals (fish, cats, birds, monkeys, and dogs), and human figures. Textiles held profound cultural significance, symbolizing status, gender, wealth, and spirituality, and were frequently used for religious and magical purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAs part of their burial customs, the Chancay wrapped their deceased in multiple layers of cloth and interred them alongside grave goods, including weaving tools, which were likely regarded as vital for the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA rare and historically significant artifact, this exquisite weaving sword stands as a testament to the skill and artistry of Chancay textile makers, offering a tangible connection to one of the most sophisticated weaving traditions of the ancient Andes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely well-preserved weaving sword. Age-related minimal wear. Beautiful smoothed patina. Size approx. 21,5cm x 2,7cm x 0,4cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44604151660809,"sku":"1100637","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5191.jpg?v=1694610600"},{"product_id":"chancay-wooden-weaving-sword-1","title":"Chancay Wooden Weaving Sword","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Chancay Culture, c. 1000-1470 AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA superbly preserved hand-carved wooden weaving sword, an essential tool in the intricate art of Chancay textile production. Also known as a beater or batten, this specialized instrument was used to press the weft yarn into place, ensuring tight, even weaving. In some traditional techniques, such as band weaving and tablet weaving, the weaving sword could also function as a shuttle, demonstrating the efficiency and ingenuity of ancient Chancay artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization, flourishing along Peru’s central coast between 1000-1470 AD, is celebrated for its mastery of textile arts. Textiles held deep symbolic significance, conveying status, spirituality, and wealth. Chancay weavers specialized in delicate gauze work and vibrant textiles, incorporating a rich palette of yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens, woven from llama wool, cotton, and even adorned with feathers. Their intricate designs featured geometric patterns, depictions of plants, animals like birds and monkeys, and stylized human figures. Beyond their daily use, textiles played a vital role in funerary practices. The Chancay people wrapped their deceased in multiple layers of cloth, using fine headdresses and woven garments to accompany them into the afterlife.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis exceptional wooden weaving sword is a rare testament to the technical sophistication and artistic excellence of the Chancay culture—a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian artifacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition. Wear commensurate with age and use. \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSize approx. 22,0cm x 1,4cm x 0,5cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44604179284233,"sku":"1100638","price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5169.jpg?v=1694611054"},{"product_id":"chancay-wooden-spindle","title":"Nazca Thorn Spindle with Ceramic Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Nazca culture, 200 BC–600 AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis fascinating Nazca thorn spindle with an attached ceramic whorl is a remarkable artifact from the Pre-Columbian Nazca culture, dating from 200 BC to 600 AD. It represents an essential tool in the production of textiles, a highly developed craft in Nazca society. The spindle, made from a thorn, retains remnants of fine-spun cotton threads, giving us a glimpse into the textile practices of the Nazca people. The ceramic whorl, with its smooth and balanced shape, would have been used to help maintain consistent tension while spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhat makes this piece particularly special is the vivid use of red, black, white, and yellow pigments that highlight the needle and bead, showcasing the artistic sensibility of the Nazca artisans even in their everyday tools. Textiles were highly important to the Nazca culture, both for daily use and ceremonial purposes, and were often included as grave goods in burials, indicating the role of woven garments in social and ritual practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe well-preserved condition of the spindle and the remaining cotton threads is an extraordinary testament to the skill and daily life of the Nazca civilization, offering us insight into their rich textile tradition and the craftsmanship that supported their intricate rituals and social structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Small chip and loss \u003cspan\u003eto tip of needle. Faded colors. \u003c\/span\u003eSize approx. 27,0cm x 0,3cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpidle, The Cleveland Museum of Art, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccession number: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1948.484 (https:\/\/www.clevelandart.org\/art\/1948.484)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpidle, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Metropolitan Museum of Art, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccession number: (https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/315779)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Nasca, Helaine Silverman \u0026amp; Donald A. Proulx, Blackwell Publishers, Malden, 2002.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Body Context: Interpreting Early Nasca Decapitation Burials, Lisa DeLeonardis, Latin American Antiquity, 2000, vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 363-368.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNazca Civilization, Mark Cartwright,World History Encyclopedia, Last modified May 23, 2014. (https:\/\/www.worldhistory.org\/Nazca_Civilization\/)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44612284186889,"sku":"1100641","price":265.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5363.jpg?v=1695201181"},{"product_id":"copy-of-nazca-thorn-spindle-with-ceramic-whorl","title":"Nazca Thorn Spindle with Ceramic Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Nazca culture, 200BC to 600AD, Peru.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuperb and rare thorn spindle with attached pottery spindle whorl. Remains of fine-spun cotton threads are still wrapped around the spindle and light bands of red, black, white, and yellow pigments highlight the needle as well as the bead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNazca civilization flourished on the southern desert coast and western slopes of the Andes in Peru between 200BC and 600AD. Early Nazca society was made up of local chiefdoms and regional centers of power centered around Cahuachi, a non-urban ceremonial site (AD 50–300). These pyramid-like structures and plazas, situated in lower part of the Nazca Valley, served as important spaces for fertility and agricultural rituals. Nazca are known for two extensive construction projects that would have required the coordination of large groups of laborers: the geoglyphs made on the desert floor known as Nazca lines, whose purpose is unknown, and underground aqueducts (\u003cem\u003epuquios\u003c\/em\u003e), for providing water for irrigation and domestic purposes in the arid environment. The Nazca are also known for their distinctive colourful pottery and technically complex textiles. The textiles were most likely woven by women from spun cotton and wool. Shawls, tunics, belts, and bags have been found through excavations. Many textiles associated with the Nazca culture are garments that were included with grave goods found at burial sites. Almost every body found is wrapped (sometimes partially) in a textile as a part of burial ritual. These textiles are found with partial burials as well. Often piles of bones are found wrapped in a textile garment. The deposits of shawls contained both high-status garments (embellished with exotic feathers, painting, embroidery) and plain garments, suggesting different social roles or authority. There were also burials of what appear to be sacrificial victims. These have the eyes blocked and excrement was placed in the mouth which was then pinned shut with sharp cactus needles. Alternatively, the tongue was removed and kept in a cloth pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely well-preserved ancient weaving tool are in excellent condition. Age-related wear. Repaired whorl\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. Faded colors. \u003c\/span\u003eSize approx. 31,0cm x 0,4cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpidle, The Cleveland Museum of Art, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccession number: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1948.484 (https:\/\/www.clevelandart.org\/art\/1948.484)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpidle, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Metropolitan Museum of Art, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccession number: (https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/315779)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Nasca, Helaine Silverman \u0026amp; Donald A. Proulx, Blackwell Publishers, Malden, 2002.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Body Context: Interpreting Early Nasca Decapitation Burials, Lisa DeLeonardis, Latin American Antiquity, 2000, vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 363-368.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNazca Civilization, Mark Cartwright,World History Encyclopedia, Last modified May 23, 2014. (https:\/\/www.worldhistory.org\/Nazca_Civilization\/)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44613654282505,"sku":"1100642","price":265.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5367.jpg?v=1695201760"},{"product_id":"nazca-thorn-spindle-with-ceramic-whorl","title":"Nazca Thorn Spindle with Ceramic Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Nazca culture, 200 BC–600 AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis fascinating Nazca thorn spindle with an attached ceramic whorl is a remarkable artifact from the Pre-Columbian Nazca culture, dating from 200 BC to 600 AD. It represents an essential tool in the production of textiles, a highly developed craft in Nazca society. The spindle, made from a thorn, retains remnants of fine-spun cotton threads, giving us a glimpse into the textile practices of the Nazca people. The ceramic whorl, with its smooth and balanced shape, would have been used to help maintain consistent tension while spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhat makes this piece particularly special is the vivid use of red, black, white, and yellow pigments that highlight the needle and bead, showcasing the artistic sensibility of the Nazca artisans even in their everyday tools. Textiles were highly important to the Nazca culture, both for daily use and ceremonial purposes, and were often included as grave goods in burials, indicating the role of woven garments in social and ritual practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe well-preserved condition of the spindle and the remaining cotton threads is an extraordinary testament to the skill and daily life of the Nazca civilization, offering us insight into their rich textile tradition and the craftsmanship that supported their intricate rituals and social structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Small chip and loss \u003cspan\u003eto tip of needle. Faded colors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSize approx. 29,5cm x 0,2cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpidle, The Cleveland Museum of Art, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccession number: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1948.484 (https:\/\/www.clevelandart.org\/art\/1948.484)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpidle, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Metropolitan Museum of Art, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccession number: (https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/315779)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Nasca, Helaine Silverman \u0026amp; Donald A. Proulx, Blackwell Publishers, Malden, 2002.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Body Context: Interpreting Early Nasca Decapitation Burials, Lisa DeLeonardis, Latin American Antiquity, 2000, vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 363-368.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNazca Civilization, Mark Cartwright,World History Encyclopedia, Last modified May 23, 2014. (https:\/\/www.worldhistory.org\/Nazca_Civilization\/)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44613666439433,"sku":"1100643","price":265.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_5373.jpg?v=1695202242"},{"product_id":"nazca-thorn-spindle-with-ceramic-whorl-1","title":"Nazca Thorn Spindle with Ceramic Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePre-Columbian era, Nazca culture, 200BC to 600AD, Peru.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSuperb and rare thorn spindle with attached pottery spindle whorl. Remains of fine-spun cotton threads are still wrapped around the spindle and light bands of red, black, yellow, and white pigments highlight the needle as well as the bead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNazca civilization flourished on the southern desert coast and western slopes of the Andes in Peru between 200BC and 600AD. Early Nazca society was made up of local chiefdoms and regional centers of power centered around Cahuachi, a non-urban ceremonial site (AD 50–300). These pyramid-like structures and plazas, situated in lower part of the Nazca Valley, served as important spaces for fertility and agricultural rituals. Nazca are known for two extensive construction projects that would have required the coordination of large groups of laborers: the geoglyphs made on the desert floor known as Nazca lines, whose purpose is unknown, and underground aqueducts (\u003cem\u003epuquios\u003c\/em\u003e), for providing water for irrigation and domestic purposes in the arid environment. The Nazca are also known for their distinctive colourful pottery and technically complex textiles. The textiles were most likely woven by women from spun cotton and wool. Shawls, tunics, belts, and bags have been found through excavations. Many textiles associated with the Nazca culture are garments that were included with grave goods found at burial sites. Almost every body found is wrapped (sometimes partially) in a textile as a part of burial ritual. These textiles are found with partial burials as well. Often piles of bones are found wrapped in a textile garment. The deposits of shawls contained both high-status garments (embellished with exotic feathers, painting, embroidery) and plain garments, suggesting different social roles or authority. There were also burials of what appear to be sacrificial victims. These have the eyes blocked and excrement was placed in the mouth which was then pinned shut with sharp cactus needles. Alternatively, the tongue was removed and kept in a cloth pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely well-preserved ancient weaving tool are in excellent condition. Age-related minor wear.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Faded colors. \u003c\/span\u003eSize approx. 31,5cm x 0,4cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance: From the estate of Paul Ragnar Wedendal Sr. \u0026amp; Paul Wedendal Jr. Collected in the 1940's to 1950's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpidle, The Cleveland Museum of Art, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccession number: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1948.484 (https:\/\/www.clevelandart.org\/art\/1948.484)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpidle, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Metropolitan Museum of Art, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccession number: (https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/315779)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Nasca, Helaine Silverman \u0026amp; Donald A. Proulx, Blackwell Publishers, Malden, 2002.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Body Context: Interpreting Early Nasca Decapitation Burials, Lisa DeLeonardis, Latin American Antiquity, 2000, vol. 11, No. 4, pp. 363-368.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNazca Civilization, Mark Cartwright,World History Encyclopedia, Last modified May 23, 2014. 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By spinning the sling overhead and swiftly releasing it, this weapon could propel stones with bone-breaking velocity, serving as a powerful tool for both hunting and warfare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization, thriving along Peru’s central coast between 1000-1470 AD, is renowned for its extraordinary textile craftsmanship. Textiles were not merely functional but held deep symbolic meaning, representing status, spirituality, and ritual significance. Chancay artisans excelled in creating delicate gauze weavings, often incorporating geometric motifs, animals such as monkeys, birds, and fish, as well as human figures. Their work featured a rich palette of yellows, browns, scarlet, white, blues, and greens, woven from llama wool, cotton, and even adorned with feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBeyond daily use, textiles played a vital role in funerary practices. The Chancay people wrapped their deceased in layers of cloth, often covering the head with finely woven headdresses, ensuring a protected passage into the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis rare and exceptional Chancay sling is not only an impressive artifact of Pre-Columbian ingenuity but also a testament to the artistic sophistication of an ancient civilization—a true collector’s piece of historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear, loose threads and fraying. Rich earthen deposits. The ends lack the finger loop. Size approx. 138,0cm x 2,5cm x 0,5cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFormer collection of the archaeologist Ferdinand Anton, Germany, combined between 1950 and 1965. Ferdinand Anton was born in 1929 in Munich, Germany. He made a living by writing richly illustrated books about the art objects and religious rituals of Pre-Columbian cultures: the Aztecs, the Maya, and Andean peoples of South America. He was an explorer who flew to South America and Mexico, and hiked to remote shrines where few Westerners had set foot. He wrote more than forty books.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSling, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Accession Number: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994.35.103 (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/316928)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSling, Princeton University Art Museum, Accession number: 1995-376 (https:\/\/artmuseum.princeton.edu\/collections\/objects\/4624)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44862705697033,"sku":"100100119","price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_6995.jpg?v=1703333855"},{"product_id":"copy-of-chancay-woven-textile-sling","title":"Chancay Woven Textile Sling","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Chancay Culture, c. 1000-1470 AD, Peru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA superb and rare Chancay woven sling, expertly crafted from cabuya fiber with camelid fiber accents. This exceptional example features a thickly woven, banded cord in dark brown and beige tones, meticulously designed for both functionality and artistry. At the center, a reinforced cradle is carefully woven to secure a stone, allowing the wielder to launch projectiles with immense bone-breaking force. By spinning the sling overhead and releasing at the right moment, the user could hurl large stones with deadly accuracy, making it a powerful weapon for hunting and combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Chancay civilization, flourishing along Peru’s central coast from 1000 AD to 1470 AD, was renowned for its textile mastery. Chancay weavers produced some of the most intricate and symbolic textiles of the pre-Columbian world, incorporating bold geometric patterns, stylized animals, and anthropomorphic figures. They utilized a diverse color palette, including yellows, browns, scarlets, blues, and greens, woven into llama wool, cotton, and fine gauze fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTextiles were far more than just functional objects; they conveyed social status, spiritual beliefs, and ceremonial importance. The Chancay people placed great emphasis on textile offerings in burials, wrapping the deceased in layered cloth and gauze head coverings, ensuring protection and honor in the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis rare and fascinating artifact exemplifies the technological ingenuity and artistic refinement of the Chancay people, making it a standout addition to any collection of pre-Columbian antiquities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood condition. Age-related wear, loose threads and fraying. Rich earthen deposits. The ends lack the finger loop. Size approx. 130,0cm x 2,0cm x 0,5cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFormer collection of the archaeologist Ferdinand Anton, Germany, combined between 1950 and 1965. Ferdinand Anton was born in 1929 in Munich, Germany. He made a living by writing richly illustrated books about the art objects and religious rituals of Pre-Columbian cultures: the Aztecs, the Maya, and Andean peoples of South America. He was an explorer who flew to South America and Mexico, and hiked to remote shrines where few Westerners had set foot. He wrote more than forty books.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a similar examples see:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSling, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Accession Number: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1994.35.103 (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/316928)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSling, Princeton University Art Museum, Accession number: 1995-376 (https:\/\/artmuseum.princeton.edu\/collections\/objects\/4624)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44862766776585,"sku":"100100120","price":495.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_6992.jpg?v=1703335619"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-earthenware-spindle-whorl","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAbsolutely stunning and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. \u003cspan\u003e2,5cm x 3,3cm x 3,3cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45433255198985,"sku":"100100285","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_0986.jpg?v=1714815440"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-earthenware-spindle-whorl-copy","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. \u003cspan\u003e2,0cm x 3,4cm x 3,4cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Swedish private collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. McCafferty, Textile Traditions of Mesoamerica and the Andes: An Anthology, edited by Margot Blum Schevill, Janet Catherine Berlo and Edward B. Dwyer, New York, USA: University of Texas Press, 2021, pp. 19-44. (https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7560\/777149-005)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World on a Whorl: Considerations on Aztec Spindle Whorl Iconography, Jesper Nielsen, PreColumbian Textile Conference VII \/ Jornadas de Textiles PreColombinos VII. 5., 2017 (http:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/pct7\/5)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRepresentations on Pre-Columbian Spindle Whorls of the Floral and Fruit Structure of Economic Plants, Dorothy McMeekin, Economic Botany 46, no. 2 (1992), pp. 171–80. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/4255424.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpindle whorls from the Teotihuacan Valley, Mexico, MH Parsons, Anthropological Papers. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45437404086537,"sku":"100100286","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_0998.jpg?v=1714815720"},{"product_id":"pre-columbian-earthenware-spindle-whorl-1","title":"Quimbaya Terracotta Spindle Whorl","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-Columbian Era, Quimbaya Culture, c. 1050-1500 AD, Cauca Region, Middle Cauca Complex, Colombia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA fantastic and rare Pre-Columbian Quimbaya spindle whorl, masterfully crafted in terracotta with an exquisite deep brownish-red hue. This large, meticulously hand-polished artifact features intricately incised linear and circular motifs, reflecting the sophisticated textile traditions of the Quimbaya civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpindle whorls—known as malacates in Aztec Mexico, husos in Spanish, and fusaiola in classical archaeology—were essential tools in ancient fiber production. These perforated weights, placed on a spindle shaft, enabled the twisting of maguey, cotton, or wool fibers into yarn. Smaller whorls rotated faster, ideal for delicate fibers, while heavier whorls provided the necessary force for coarser materials like maguey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTypically, these whorls were spheroid, semi-spheroid, barrel-shaped, oblong, or conical, with variations in form and decoration based on local culture and period. The intricate geometric and abstract patterns were created using excision and incision techniques, often enhanced with white lime or pigments for added contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRemarkably, some Pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru display botanical illustrations of key economic plants. These include accurate depictions of seeds, fruit sections, and fiber-producing crops such as tomatoes, peppers, gourds, squashes, and cotton—a testament to the deep agricultural knowledge of these ancient cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA truly exceptional artifact, this large Quimbaya spindle whorl is a must-have for collectors of Pre-Columbian art, ancient textiles, and archaeological tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExcellent condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Light encrustations within recessed areas. Nice earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. 4,0\u003cspan\u003ecm x 4,1cm x 1,8cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance: Danish private collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReferences and further reading:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe thread of life: Symbolism of miniature art from Ecuador, Johannes Wilbert, Studies in Pre-Columbian Art and Archaeology, no. 12 (1974): pp. 1–112. (http:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/41263423.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArte Precolombino Ecuatoriano: Las Fusaiolas o Torteras del Litoral, Funes Sánchez \u0026amp; Maria Antonieta, Published by Editorial Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Nucleo del Guayas, 1970.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpinning and Weaving as Female Gender Identity in Post-Classic Mexico, Sharisse D. McCafferty and Geoffrey G. 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Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Museum of Anthropology, 1972.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Distribution of Late Postclassic Spindle Whorls in the Valley of Mexico, MH Parsons, American Antiquity 40 (2), pp. 207-215, 1975.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Göta's World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45457750491401,"sku":"100100293","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1557\/5561\/files\/IMG_1122.jpg?v=1715170566"}],"url":"https:\/\/gotasworld.com\/collections\/uncover-the-ancient-artistry-of-pre-columbian-textiles.oembed?page=5","provider":"Göta's World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}