Three panelled every day Huipil woven on a back strap loom. Each panel is brocaded on top with geometric patterns (wind, rhombuses - planets and squares). The warp is woven with red and white stripes. The white cotton on the warp is hand spun. Notice the four selvedge ends on each panel. The round neckline is cut out and decorated with cloth and wool ribbon. All the colours are chemical dyes. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping!
Age: Approximately woven in the 1960’s
Ethnic Group: Mam
Origin: Todos Santos, Huehuetenango
Materials: Cotton, wool and mercerized cotton.
Use: Every day Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 32.5” x 31”