Belt with geometric motifs

Unknown artist

The belt (faja in Spanish) is woven in a hip loom with industrialized acrylic cotton. The belt consists of one piece of textile. Both ends are decorated with balls in various bright colours. These balls are shaped like a button. In addition, there are decorations on the belt in the form of embroideries. Embroidery is a decorative technique whereby extra threads are added to the fabric after the weaving process has been completed. \A belt is a garment used by both women and men to tie the pants or skirt. The belt also has other functions such as providing support while performing heavy work. This belt is used by women and is intended for daily use. Further, the belt is decorated with geometric motifs in different colors. \Santiago Sacatepéquez is located in the department of Sacatepéquez. In 2007, Santiago Sacatepéquez had a population of 26,241, of which 22,259 belong to the Kaqchikel culture.