The Archaic period of the South-Central Andes is famous for the complicated mummification techniques associated with the Chinchorro people. Recent excavations at an Archaic site, Yara, have uncovered Chinchorro deposits in an area that is traditionally seen as the northern boundary of Chinchorro territory. Although some of the remains were disturbed due to past mudflow activity, two individuals were found side-by-side in extended position. Both showed signs of natural mummification. Three additional human skulls were discovered encircling one of these individuals. This presentation will examine the excavations at Yara with special emphasis on the burial area. The basic osteological data from the human remains will also be discussed.



Wednesday April 3, 1996
2052 North Hall

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