Who created "Fragment (Border)"?

Fragment (Border) was created by Ica in 1000-1532.

When was "Fragment (Border)" created?

This artwork was created 1000-1532.

Is "Fragment (Border)" in the public domain?

Yes, Fragment (Border) is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Fragment (Border)

Ica

1000-1532

Dimensions

17.8 × 12.2 cm (7 × 4 3/4 in.)

Classification

textile

Department

Textiles

Museum

Art Institute of Chicago

Accession Number

6412

Art Historical Context

Discover the intricate beauty of *Fragment (Border)*, textile fragment attributed to the artist Ica, dating from 1000–1532. Housed in the Art Institute of Chicago's Textiles, this delicate piece measures just 17.8 × 12.2 cm (7 × 4 3/4 in.), hinting at its origin as part of a larger garment or ceremonial cloth. The name "Ica" likely references the Ica (or Ika) culture of ancient Peru, a pre-Columbian society in the southern Andes renowned for their masterful weaving traditions during this expansive period, which bridges the late Intermediate Period through early colonial influences. Textiles l...

Fragment (Border)

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