Mexican, Oaxacan Mazatec Huipil. O/S
$310.00
Precio de oferta
$310.00
Precio habitual
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The huipil from San Bartolomé Ayautla, Oaxaca, is an emblematic piece of Mazatec culture (“Ngui yufí” or “Place under the clouds”).
It was traditionally made on a backstrap loom with hand-spun cotton. It uses a gauze weaving technique, which creates a light, transparent fabric with small holes for embroidery.
The traditional embroidery, known as indúaya, is done with an almost imperceptible stitch. It begins with the outline of the figure and is then filled in by intertwining the threads with the fabric to create a mesh effect.
The motifs often represent local flora and fauna, such as flowers, birds, and magnolias (associated with the name of the town in Mazatec).
The act of putting on the huipil is considered a birth ritual; by passing her head through the hole, the woman transitions from the “dream world” of embroidery to everyday life.
The designs represent the connection with nature and the elements. The neckline symbolizes the entrance to a new world, while the figures on the shoulders represent the center of nature and the cardinal points.
The lines of flowers at the bottom often symbolize the transmission of tradition between generations.
The garments made by these master craftswomen are elaborated in several days, weeks and even months, depending on the details of each garment, leaving their life, their experiences, their daily life and their customs.
Embroideries that have remained from generation to generation taking care not to lose their culture and way of life.
The effort and fatigue contributed by women artisans should be valued.
A Huipil is not expensive, it is a wearable art.
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The last image is the inside of the blouse.
Technique: Embroidery on muslin fabric.
Primary color: Pink (Embroidery).
Secondary color: Green
Sizes : One Size
Width: 24.5"
Length: 26"
Neck circumference: 31"
Armhole: 7.5"
Open side: 3.5"
Panels: One
Pull up
Care instructions:
• Preferably dry clean or.
• Hand wash or delicate cycle.
• Wash in cold water.
• Do not mix.
• Do not tumble dry, dry in shade.
• Do not use bleach.
NOTES:
• Rustic and irregular texture
• Please note that color or texture variation is normal in handmade garments.
• Colors may be unrepeatable and irregular in some garments after they are woven or created.
Notice:
Returns are allowed only when the customer notifies his desire to return the garment the same day it was received and in the same conditions.
Not applicable for PO box.
Mexican, Oaxacan Mazatec Huipil. O/S
$310.00
Precio de oferta
$310.00
Precio habitual