This contemporary blusa is from the Tehuana communities of Oaxaca, Mexico, on the southern coast of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. It features hand embroidery of floral motifs on a dark green velvet base . Examples on velvet are usually worn at fiestas. Because Frida Kahlo collected them, they are often referred as “Frida blouses”. (see “The Frida Closet” by Denise Rosenzweig) Tehuana women are famous for their power in their communities. (see the documentary film, “Blossoms of Fire”) This fine example is in excellent condition. It was acquired from Ana Carolina Ajanel of Chichicastenango. W57 x L104 cm opened. (10-268) $ 85. OBO