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(Reserved For Andrea) Black And White Totonicapan Corte

Precio de oferta$248.00 AUD

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(Reserved For Andrea) Black And White Totonicapan Corte Vintage One-Off Textile #7-271

Precio de oferta$248.00 AUD

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Vintage One-Off Textile #7-271

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All huipiles are vintage and may show signs of wear. I ask my vendors to send a report and photos if there are any stains or damage.

Mayan women do not have washing machines, so the huipil you receive has always been handwashed. I recommend for longevity to continue handwashing.

Many huipiles have cotton threads that have been dyed naturally, so when washing some colour may leech out. To offset this Mayan women always wash in cool, room temperature water. Never wash in warm water as that unlocks the dye.

If any colour leeches when washing in cool water then add a handful of salt on the final rinse and this sets the colours each time.

Due to the handwoven and vintage nature of these products, small defects and signs of wear and tear, fading or ageing are not uncommon. We feel this only adds to the unique story behind each huipil.

Textile Provenance

Huipil (pronounced wee-peel) designs are infused with ancient Mayan traditions of nature, astrology and ritual. Designs and symbols, representing gods, the natural world and protection for the household are interwoven throughout the fabrics.

Corte designs (Mayan womans skirt) are most commonly a jaspè ikat that is unique to the Mayans. The variety within this design range from simple stripes with almost indiscernible ikat to richly complicated ikat designs depicting stylised animals and symbols of nature.

Tzute textiles are a ceremonial or all purpose rectangular cloth that is hand woven and often embroidered with elaborate stylised designs.

Brocade Weaving

Supplemental weft, a technique integral to the art of weaving, involves the introduction of an extra yarn or thread into the fabric, contributing intricate patterns and embellishments.

Particularly utilized in crafting the brocade textiles for huipiles, this method is known for its time-consuming and intricate nature.

Skilled artisans carefully weave supplemental weft threads, investing significant time and attention to detail, to achieve the unique and elaborate designs featured here.

The complexity of this process adds a touch of artistry to each huipil, making it a distinctive and luxurious addition to your wardrobe.

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