Two panelled white ceremonial Huipil woven on a back strap loom. Finely full brocaded with flowers, birds and geometric figures. These sections are intercepted by one coloured stripped warp lines which are particular designs on the ceremonial huipiles from Comalapa. Notice the four selvedge ends for both panels. The v neckline is formed by the union of the two panels and decorated with black velvet ribbon as well as the armholes. All the colours are chemical dyes except for the natural indigo blue. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping!
Age: Approximately woven in the 1960’s.
Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
Origin: San Juan Comalapa, Chimaltenango
Materials: Cotton, silk and mercerized cotton
Use: Ceremonial Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 36.5\" x 27\"