Guatemalan Textile, Skirt from Colotenango, Authentic

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Americas: Latin American: Textiles Pre 1980: item #332690

This Guatemalan Corte, skirt, circa 1970, was made for daily use. It is made of one backstrap-woven panel. There are traditional motifs such as geometric figures and zigzags on the weaving. There are imperfections in this piece consistent with age and usage. There is a slight opening in the seam, some loose threads and some wear to the fabric.

Guatemalan Huipil Textile

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Americas: Latin American: Textiles Pre 1980: item #328501

This huipil came from Colotenango which is located in the Guatemalan department of Huehuetenango in the highlands. It is at least 25 years old. The huipil is made on a backstrap loom and is the traditional blouse worn by the women of Guatemala.

Dolls made from Pre-Columbian Peruvian Textiles

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Americas: Latin American: Textiles Pre 1980: item #324789

These dolls are made of scraps of Pre-Columbian fabric The scraps are from the time of the Chancay (ranging from 600 years ago to over 1,000 years ago). The dolls are sewn together and sewn onto a backing. There is a strap attached so the dolls can be hung on a wall. These dolls were made in Latin America.