Chichicastenango Huipil - H1538

Village: Santo Tomas Chichicastenango
Department: El Quiche
Age: early 1980's
Fabric Content: 100% cotton
Weaving: hand woven in three panels on a backstrap loom, side seams are closed
Condition: shows minimal age and use, brocade is worn in spots but mostly intact
Comments: traditional sunburst neckline with snap button closure, vibrant geometric design work, the steel gray embroidery is very striking in combination with the colorful embroidery, very wearable huipil
Measurements: 32" wide x 26" long (52" long if opened fully)