Huipil

1966

The Amuzgo women are known for weaving their "huipiles". This garment usually consists of three parts put together and is very long, reaching halfway the calves, so a skirt is rarely worn underneath. Only on special occasions a handwoven wraparound skirt is sometimes worn. Because no skirt is usually worn, the "huipiles" are somewhat heavier than those usually worn.\Acquired 1966 in San Pedro Amusgo, Oax.\Dimensions: L: 106 cm W: 99 cm Description: White gauze huipil, handwoven from handspun cotton yarn. Panels and sides joined with red 'randa' work. Red blanket stitch around arm openings. Blue embroidery around neck opening. Brocaded rows of star shapes alternating with brocaded rows of floral shapes all over at 14 cm intervals. Rectangular brocaded design around neck opening, 28 cm down on front and back, of rows of floral and geometrical designs in blue, purple, red and orange.\nBought in San Pedro Amusgo from owner.