Two panelled Huipil woven on a back strap loom. This huipil has red and white coloured warp and weft hidden stripes. Each of the panels is finely brocaded with small zoomorphic and geometrical patterns (rabbits, birds, flower vases and the world symbol) on the upper part of the huipil. Notice the four selvedge ends for both panels. The v neckline is finely decorated with multicoloured threads as well as the embroidered randa that joins the two panels and the arm holds. All the colours are chemical dyes. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping!
Age: Approximately woven in the 1970’s
Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
Origin: Santiago Sacatepequez, Sacatepequez
Materials: Cotton, mercerized cotton and acrylic
Use: Every day Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 27” x 33”