Fragment Possibly 600 - 800

This fragment was woven by the Wari people, and features a series of geometric patterns. Observe the lozenges, scattered like seeds across the cloth. These shapes, repeated and varied, speak to the Wari's sophisticated understanding of geometry, echoing across cultures and centuries. Consider the reappearance of similar diamond motifs in ancient Greek pottery, or even in the textile traditions of distant Asia. These designs transcend mere aesthetics, serving as carriers of complex symbolic meaning. The motif of crossing lines, suggests an intersection—a meeting of worlds, perhaps. This evokes an ancient psychological impulse, appearing in mandalas from the East, and even in the Christian cross. These lines converge on the human psyche, stirring feelings of unity, balance, and perhaps, a touch of the divine. The symbols, like cultural echoes, reflect the continuous human impulse to find order and meaning in the world.