Oaxaca, Mexico

Huipil. Amusgos, Oaxaca, Mexico. This circa-1980 huipil was hand woven on a back strap loom in three white cotton panels joined by red hand embroidered seams. It has a gauze-like weight. The base thread is hand spun. The panels are decorated with supplementary brocade featuring plant and geometric motifs. This huipil was acquired from the Anya Hazelwood collection. It is in excellent condition. W 89 x L 114 cm. (16-12) $ 200. OBO