Huipil Black Cream Gray Handwoven Backstrap Loom Mayan Magdalena Chiapas Mexico

Description

This VERY High Quality
Collector
Huipil was
Handwoven on a Back Strap Loom in the community of the
Santa Maria Magdalena also known as
Aldama
in the Highlands of Chiapas.  This tunic is a striking color combination of Cream
with the woven details also done in Cream, Black and a very Dark  Gray.
This is a traditional
Ceremonial Huipil
from a remote Mayan village.  This is an extraordinary garment of the highest quality of Weaving. It's a real beauty!!!
This heavy weight cotton measures 24 1/2 inches across (total 49 inches around) and 29 inches Long.  This huipil will fit a Medium to Large Size Woman.
This
huipil is not as large as Ceremonial huipils usually are.  Some ladies may find this one a more wearable size....
This huipil is a great
Statement piece
reflecting various fashion trends; Boho Chic, Santa Fe Style, Hippie, Cow Girl, Frida Kahlo inspired an of course Traditional Mexican Fiesta wear!!!
This is a Win Win scenario. You get to own a beautiful hand woven Huipil, while supporting these Mayan women save their cultural heritage and traditions.
Hand Wash only, use a mild soap and dry flat.  Press with a cool iron....
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