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Object #     2006-86/132
Object name     Huipil
Culture of Origin     K'iche', Zacualpa, Quiche Department, Guatemala
Materials     Cotton Cloth, Thread, Tassel
Techniques     Plain Weave, Soumak Weave, Randa, Braided
Dimensions     L: 27.2 in, W: 33.2 in
Exhibit Label    

The huipil is one of the most important pieces of classic Mayan clothing. Its designs tell who the weaver was, where the weaver is from, and other information about they cultural identity.
Source     Ms. Leslie Grace
Credit     Leslie Grace Collection


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