April 23, 2024
Guatemala Maya Child's Huipil Chajul Red Ixil Mayan Textile
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This post-1990 daily use child's huipil was hand-woven on a backstrap loom. It is of mixed cotton and synthetic threads, and of very traditional geometric and animal designs. In this case the primary designs are large birds, a typical Chajul design. The designs were all added during the weaving process using supplemental weft brocading, and they are very nicely done. It consists of two panels, joined in the middle. All of the lower panel edges are nicely selvage finished. Original adornment around the head-hole is retained. The stitching under the arm-holes, which makes this a usable garment, has been retained. The background color is a true dark red. This color may appear different on different computer monitors. Measurements: 23 inches wide, and about 17 inches shoulder to hem.Condition: Excellent, lightly used, some very slight soil is possible, some loose threads. The lengths of the different panels vary slightly, as can be seen in the photos. The fabric is a very soft supple cotton.Please NOTE: We do have a web site, which is located at . I have for sale many textiles from Guatemala, Bolivia, and Africa, as well as paintings and other arts from Latin America. If you have questions about the site or have any trouble accessing it, please let me know by using the Ask Seller a Question button in the upper right part of this listing
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