A singular two panelled Huipil woven on a back strap loom with 4 selvedge ends. This unique huipil is woven with blue (indigo) background. The brocade is woven in using cotton and silk. The neckline is cut out decorated with a hand embroidered finishing and a button. The piece is completely brocaded with geometric designs: comb and zigzag. The joining band, randa, is finely embroidered to join both panels with cotton and silk.
         
        
            
            
                Age: Approximately woven in the 1950’s
                Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
                Origin: Magdalena Milpas Altas, Sacatepéquez
                Materials: Cotton, natural dyes (blue) and silk
                Use: Huipil
                Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
                Size: Approximately 29.5" x 23"