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Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez
$7000

Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez
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  • Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez
  • Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez
  • Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez
  • Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez
  • Ceremonial Huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez

The following item belongs to the range of “Antique and Rare Items of the Casa de Artes’ Treasures Series”. This item can only be purchased online using PAYPAL or a US Dollar Check sent to our P.O. Box address in Florida, USA. For buying instructions and more pictures, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

This huipil is woven in 2 panels with 4 selvedge ends.  The piece has a frame of a purple edge on both ends; the purple frame is hidden in the weft thread.  Both panels are joined with a fine purple silk randa.  The round neck is cut out and embroidered with silk (purple, magenta and turquoise).  The piece is completely brocaded with designs.  Stains of oldness.  Designs: zoomorphic: eagles, turkeys, ixcanel, birds, horses and dogs. Geometric: tree of life, serpent, candle holders and flower vases. 

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Age: Approximately woven in the 1940’s
Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
Origin: San Pedro Sacatepéquez, Guatemala
Materials: Cotton and silk.
Use: Ceremonial Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 50.5" x 26"
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