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Quipu (Quipo Quipou) Inca accounting system in rope and knots, Inca culture 1400-1532 AD
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Quipu (Quipo Quipou) Inca accounting system in rope and knots, Inca culture 1400-1532 AD
GIA4709014 Quipu (Quipo Quipou) Inca accounting system in rope and knots, Inca culture 1400-1532 AD, manuscript by Felipe Guaman Puma de Ayala (Nueva Coronica y buen Gobierno), Indian columnist of the 16th century. by Poma de Ayala, Felipe Huaman (1526-1613); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quipu (Quipo Quipou) Inca accounting system in rope and knots, Inca culture 1400-1532 AD, manuscript by Felipe Guaman Puma de Ayala (Nueva Coronica y buen Gobierno), Indian columnist of the 16th century.); eGiancarlo Costa; Peruvian, out of copyright
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This print showcases a fascinating artifact from the Inca culture, known as the Quipu accounting system. The Quipu is an intricate arrangement of ropes and knots that served as a sophisticated method of record-keeping for the Incas between 1400 and 1532 AD. This particular image is derived from a manuscript by Felipe Guaman Puma de Ayala, an Indian columnist of the 16th century. The Quipu was used to store information such as census data, agricultural records, and even historical events. Each knot on the rope represented different numerical values or categories, allowing for a complex system of communication through this unique form of writing. Displayed in this photograph is not only an object but also a representation of knowledge and human ingenuity. It offers us insight into the advanced mathematical abilities possessed by the ancient Peruvians and their highly organized economy. Giancarlo Costa's expert capture allows us to appreciate both the beauty and significance of this cultural artifact. As we gaze upon it, we are transported back in time to explore South America's rich history while marveling at its remarkable achievements in mathematics and documentation.
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