Two panelled Huipil woven on a back strap loom. The wrap is striped with Cuyuscate and fine yellow stripes, intercepted with thick red stripes. The piece is brocaded in silk with geometric and zoomorphic figures (birds, butterflies, stars). The neckline is cut out and decorated with blue ribbon. The armholes are decorated with hand embroidered silk. All the colours are chemical dyes except for the Cuyuscate (natural brown cotton). Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping!
Age: Approximately woven in the 1950’s.
Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
Origin: Tecpán, Chimaltenango
Materials: Cotton, Cuyuscate, silk and mercerized cotton
Use: Ceremonial Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 24” x 35.5”