San Martin Sacatepequez Huipil #3

This post-1980 daily use huipil was hand-woven on a backstrap loom. The designs were all added using the technique of supplemental weft brocading during the weaving process. The threads employed are a mixture of cotton and synthetic. The huipil consists of two panels, seamed down the center with a fancy decorative randa stitch. One of the lower edges is selvage-finished, and the other three are hemmed. The emroidered collar around the neck was applied after the weaving was finished. The stitching under the arm-holes has been removed, so that the garment can be laid flat or worn like a poncho.

Measurements: 34 to 36 inches wide and 26 inches shoulder to hem.

Condition: Very Good, lightly used, some very slight soil is possible, some loose threads, some slight fading.