1423573

Vint. Handwoven Guatemalan Huipil from Quiche #1423573

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Vint. Handwoven Guatemalan Huipil from Quiche #1423573
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Vintage Handwoven Guatemala
Mayan Huipil from Chichicastenagno. It is is a important highland
market town in the region known as Quiche. The indigenous population
of the area are known as Quiche where they have their own distinct
language.
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The weaving was done by the
women on a back strap loom. The colorful flowers, symbols the
figures all have a special meaning that is unique to there region and
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A Huipil is a hand loomed,
woven and embroidered blouse or top that the indigenous women wear.
It made from usually 3 long pieces put together. ( the pieces are
limited by the size of the back strap looms they use. That is why
they need to use more that one piece). A hole is made for the head.
Frequently there head hole is decorated with the sign of the Sun or
other. The edges are finished by some type trim. Sometimes it is
sewn up on the sides with room left for the armhole but more
traditionally it is left open on the sides like a poncho but then
worn wrapped around and tucked into their skirts held in place by
long hand woven belts.</P><p> Here are the measurments: Width is 33 1/2" and length on one side is approx 28". The bottom is uneven. The neck hole is 5 1/5" with a 2 1/2" slit The armhole is 5". The armhole can be expanded by undoing the seam.
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#: 3298</td>
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<tr><td>Condition:some wear and slight fading but great for age </td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1970's </td></tr>
<tr><td>Country:USA </td></tr>
<tr><td>Maker:Weavers from Quiche </td></tr>




<tr><td>Title:Vint. Handwoven Guatemalan Huipil from Quiche</td></tr>
<tr><td>Style:Huipil </td></tr>

<tr><td>Type:Geometric patterns</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location:Seattle, Washington </td></tr>
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