Poncho

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This woollen "jorongo" (regional name) is woven on a "telar colonial", a step loom - introduced by the Spanish in the 16th century. (regional name) is woven on a ´telar colonial´, a step loom - introduced by the Spanish in the sixteenth century. The poncho is characterized by a plain pattern of stripes in natural tones, except for one central meander (waves) at breast height and a red stepped meander motif around the neck opening. The jorongo is made in one piece and has a woven neckline. The jorongo was bought in Tlapa from a seller from Huajuapan de Leon (Oaxaca) but made in the Mixteca Alta, an area known for its special ponchos. The jorongo was purchased for $100.