Chimu Metallurgy

They developed a great

technique, which is why they are
considered the best in Pre-
Columbian America.

We have as example the

ceremonial knife or Tumi, also
ceremonial vessels and sticks inlaid
with precious stones, funeral
masks, rings, etc.

Hammering, laminating and

gilding techniques.

They worked gold, silver, copper,

bronze
 TEXTILE CHIMU
The textiles of the Chim culture
were manufactured mainly with
cotton, but wool from the animals
of the llama family was also
used.
There were numerous production
techniques and forms of
decoration, among other things,
feathers and metallic ornaments
such as gold and silver colored
plates.

The dress consisted of loincloths,

sleeveless shirts with or without
fringes, small ponchos, tunics