All-T’oqapu Tunic

Definition

The All-T'oqapu Tunic refers to a textile garment worn by Inca nobility. It is adorned with intricate geometric patterns and symbols that represent social status and cultural significance.

Related terms

Textile: A flexible material made by weaving or knitting fibers together. It includes fabrics used for clothing, carpets, and other woven products.

Inca Empire: The largest pre-Columbian civilization in the Americas, located in modern-day Peru. The Incas were known for their advanced engineering, agriculture, and administrative systems.

Symbolism:

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities. Symbols can have cultural, religious, or personal meanings that go beyond their literal representation.