Quetzaltenango exceptional daily huipil.

This large pre-1980 huipil was hand woven on a back-strap loom in 3 white cotton base panels. Hand embroidered decorative seams join the panels, some of which is in silk. The surface decoration is supplementary brocade featuring bird, plant and plumed serpent motifs. The silk embroidery indicates ceremonial use. The purple brocade is murex – dyed using sea snails, a very rare feature, also indicating possible ceremonial use. It has a well done hand embroidered collar that has been opened for easier access. This unique example is in very good condition. It was acquired from Sra. Sophia Monroy Tepeu at the La Fuente textile market in Antigua. W 97 x L 98 cm. (17-04) $ 300. OBO