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Blouse (Huipil)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Blouse (Huipil)

Artist/Maker (Artist Unknown)
Datenot dated
Mediumcotton, velvet and dye
DimensionsOverall: 24 x 38 in. (61 x 96.5 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Dr. Richard D. Mandell through exchange
Terms
    Object number95.0007.43
    DescriptionAn everyday huipil from San Pedro Sacatepéquez is a cheerful explosion of color. The white cotton background is brocaded with orange, red, purple, and yellow zigzags, which weavers in this village describe as rayos, or the lightning associated with rain. Most Maya people are farmers and depend upon reliable rains in order to have enough corn, beans, and other produce to feed their families. Blue velvet trim completes the neckline, and when worn, the plain white bottom would not be visible, further emphasizing the love of color.
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    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Mask
    Olmec
    ca. 1500-400 BCE
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    2005
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    The Nile During Inundation
    Artist Unknown
    late 19th to early 20th century (printed 1992)
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ceremonial Blouse (Cofradia Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    1970s
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Blouse (Huipil)
    Artist Unknown
    1930-1935
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Paint Brush
    Artist Unknown
    19th century or earlier
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Figure
    Olmec
    ca. 600-300 BCE
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