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INCA QUIPU. An Incan nobleman receives a report from an official, who holds a quipu
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INCA QUIPU. An Incan nobleman receives a report from an official, who holds a quipu
INCA QUIPU.
An Incan nobleman receives a report from an official, who holds a quipu used for counting and recording facts and events. Drawing c1600, by Felipe Guaman Poma de Ayala
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Media ID 12414702
1600 American Indian Ayala El Primer Nueva Cronica Y Buen El Primer Nueva Cronica Y Buen Gobierno Felipe Guaman Inca Latin American Life Nobleman Official Peru Peruvian Poma Precolumbian Primer Nueva Cronica Report Quipu
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "INCA QUIPU" takes us back in time to the ancient Incan civilization. The image depicts an Incan nobleman engrossed in a report being presented by an official. The official holds a quipu, a unique tool used by the Incas for counting and recording important facts and events. The drawing, created around 1600 by Felipe Guaman Poma de Ayala, beautifully captures the essence of life during that period. It showcases the intricate details of both men's clothing and their expressions, providing insight into their roles within society. The quipu held by the official is particularly fascinating as it represents one of the most significant advancements in pre-Columbian technology. These knotted cords were used as a form of communication and record-keeping system among the Incas. Each knot on the quipu represented specific information such as numbers or dates, allowing for efficient data management. This artwork serves as a reminder of Peru's rich cultural heritage and its contribution to Latin American history. It offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate not only the artistic talent behind this drawing but also gain insights into how ancient civilizations like the Incas organized their societies. As we admire this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand, let us reflect upon our own methods of communication and record-keeping while appreciating these ingenious techniques developed centuries ago by indigenous peoples like those depicted here.
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