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The huipil is woven in 3 panels, showing 4 selvedge ends. Red and white striped background. The opening for the head is cut out and is decorated with blue ribbon and a machine application with white, pink and black threads. The designs are brocaded with cotton and wool. Designs: geometric.
Age: Approximately woven in the 1940’s
Ethnic Group: Mam
Origin: Todos Santos, Huehuetenango
Materials: Cotton and wool.
Use: Every day Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 33” x 30.5”