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Colotenango daily huipil. Hand woven on a back strap loom in three
panels joined by hand embroidered decorative seems. The surface
decoration is brocade. The head and arm holes have been trimmed
with hand embroidery. This huipil also features a fringe along the
hem. The base material is “aleman”, a cotton/rayon blend prized for
its softness and drape. This huipil is an extra-wide example. Very
good condition. Acquired from Ana Carolina Ajanel in Chichicastenango.
83 x 111 cm plus fringes.
(12-111) $ 160. Sold.
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