Fragment of a Mantle with Oculate Being

Cleveland Museum of Art

Fragment of a Mantle with Oculate Being by Andean. The image shows a fragment of a textile with a brown background and white designs. The fabric is torn and frayed around the edges, with several holes and tears throughout. The fabric is mounted on a white surface, possibly paper or cloth. The designs on the fabric include geometric shapes, such as rectangles, triangles, and circles. Some of the shapes have eyes or other facial features, giving them a stylized, possibly being-like appearance. The designs are arranged in a repeating pattern across the fabric. The fabric appears to be made of a coarse, woven material, possibly cotton or wool. The overall color of the fabric is a light-brown or beige color. The white designs are intricate and detailed, with many small lines and shapes. The fabric is likely from an ancient or traditional Andean culture. The image is a close-up view of the fabric, with no other objects or context visible.