Holding the body of a queen, the grave at El Castillo de Huarmey revealed the rich culture of the Wari people
The intact chamber uncovered in 2013 lay along the western slopes of the necropolis. Wari builders had carved out a subterranean chamber that became an
Rich offerings were placed in small chambers, including textiles valued more highly than gold; knotted cords known as, used for keeping track of imperial goods; and the body parts of the Andean condor, a bird closely associated with the aristocracy. Please be respectful of copyright. Unauthorized use is prohibited.Please be respectful of copyright. Unauthorized use is prohibited.
Nilsson's approach to the work is very “hands on” rather than relying solely on computer scans. To re-create the queen’s face, he first scanned the skull to create a 3D printed model as the base. Scientists had assessed the woman’s age , ethnicity, and weight, which allowed Nilsson to estimate the approximate thickness of her flesh. Plasticine was used to sculpt her features and then silicone “skin” was placed over them.
All of the noblewomen buried at El Castillo were clearly dedicated to this art. When the tomb was ready for sealing, laborers poured in more than 30 tons of gravel and capped the chamber with a layer of heavy adobe bricks. This tomb would remain undisturbed for centuries, keeping Wari wealth, knowledge, and tradition intact.
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