The following item belongs to the range of “Antique and Rare Items of the Casa de Artes’ Treasures Series”.
One panel ceremonial tzute for a “Vara” (septer) woven on a back strap loom. The piece has macramé on both sides and pompons only in one end. The piece has some reparations. The background is woven with different colored lines. Geometrical designs: crosses and arrows. Zoomorphic designs: birds.
Age: Approximately woven in the 1930’s
Ethnic Group: Ixil
Origin: San Juan Cotzal, El Quiché
Materials: Cotton, wool, stranded cotton; natural dyes: indigo and indigo plus.
Use: Ceremonial Tzute for a “Vara” (septer)
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 17” x 45”
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