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Blue (indigo) Huipil from Magdalena Milpas Altas
$4500

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A singular two panelled Huipil woven on a back strap loom with 4 selvedge ends. This unique huipil is woven with blue (indigo) background. The brocade is woven in using cotton and silk. The neckline is cut out decorated with a hand embroidered finishing and a button. The piece is completely brocaded with geometric designs: comb and zigzag. The joining band, randa, is finely embroidered to join both panels with cotton and silk.

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Age: Approximately woven in the 1950’s
Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
Origin: Magdalena Milpas Altas, Sacatepéquez
Materials: Cotton, natural dyes (blue) and silk
Use: Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 29.5" x 23"
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