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Huipil from Colotenango with yellow sleeves
$400

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Traditionally the huipiles from Colotenango are woven in three panels, but this colourful huipil is woven in two panels on a back strap loom; simulating three panels. It has a red and white striped background.  The opening for the head is cut out in a square shape and is decorated with a fine red, green and yellow hand embroidery stitching. The geometric designs are brocaded with cotton and symbolized the planets, stars and Maya cross. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping.

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Age: Approximately woven in the 1980’s
Ethnic Group: Mam
Origin: Colotenango, Huehuetenango
Materials: Cotton.
Use: Every day Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 31” x 18”
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