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Women's wedding blouse (Huipil)

One panel huipil with embroidered, round-cut neck opening; indigo ground cloth with multicolored silk embroidery of floral and bird motifs. Possibly tree of life in center, vase at bottom; two large quetzals in center, nine small birds scattered throughout design. Primarily satin stitch, some herringbone, cross, stem stitches.

Date
20th century
In our collection
since September the 23rd, 2010 up to now
Dimensions
21 x 30 1/2 in. (53.3 x 77.5 cm)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Cotton, silk; embroidery
Price
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Composition
copper17%
iron75%
atium6%
zinc0%
cadmium2%