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
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copper 17% iron 75% atium 6% zinc 0% cadmium 2%