
Textiles
Textile skills in Latin America center chiefly on the creation of clothing Throughout its long history, New World native costume has continued to evolve, absorbing new features, yet incorporating elements of ancient cultures in sewing, embroidery, knitting and weaving. Before the Spanish conquests, intricate textiles were present in occasions both grand and mundane; from offerings to the gods, to priestly adornment, to serving as dowry payments, to swaddling a newborn child, or to wrapping a deceased member of society in preparation for the Afterworld. During the Spanish Period, European methods of textile production were introduced, though simultaenously, native modes of dress were discouraged, if not absolutely forbidden.
Following the independence of Latin American countries from Spanish rule, indigenous textile arts experienced a re-birth, blending modern and traditional aspects of the craft. Within various regions, highly specific techniques, colors and patterns evolved within the scope of costume, making individual articles of clothing the very definition of place. Time marches on, however, and these distinctions are becoming blurred, sometimes vanishing altogether. As a result, fine examples of indigenous folk art textiles are story unto themselves.


Aguacatan Belt 2

Aguacatan Belt 3

Aguayo or Manta Bolivia 41" x 39"

Antique Bolivan Hat 10

Antique Bolivan Hat 13

Antique Bolivan Hat 2

Antique Bolivian Hat 1326

Antique Bolivian Hat 1329

Antique Bolivian Hat 4

Antique Bolivian Hat 5

Antique Bolivian Hat 7

Antique Bolivian Hat 8

Antique Bolivian Hat 9

Authentic Handmade Mayan Guatemalan Embroidered Huipil from San Juan Comalapa, Brown and Blue Vintage Textile

Authentic Handmade Mayan Guatemalan Embroidered Huipil from San Juan Comalapa, Pink handwoven blouse

Belt Strap with Medium Pom Poms, Hat Band, Hatbands, Handwoven Embroidered Belts, Wrap Around Tie, Guatemala

Belt Strap with Mini Pom Poms, Hat Band, Hatbands, Handwoven Embroidered Belts, Wrap Around Tie, Guatemala

Black & Burgundy Manta Bolivia, Table Cover, Vintage, Handmade in Bolivia, Ethnic Textile 48x33.5

Bolivian Wool Sweater Women's One Size Fits All

Bolivian Cotton Sweater, Women's One Size Fits All

Bolivian Poncho Oruro Potosi Vintage Textile
Bolivian Poncho Tarabuco , from Potosi Bolivia, Vintage Textile, Collectible Item
Bolivian Poncho Tarabuco , province of Yamparáez in Chuquisaca, Vintage Textile, Collectible Item

Bolivian Wool Sweater, Women's One Size Fits All

Bolivian Wool Sweater, Women's One Size Fits All

Brown & Red Table Cover, Cotton, Handmade in Guatemala, Handwoven, Eclectic Home Decor, 58x39
Brown and White, Spirit Wear, Apparel, Hair Tie, Cotton Belt, Hand Woven, Fair Trade, Set of 3 Traditional Guatemalan Handmade Hatband, Wrap Around Self Tie 3/4 x 42 Inches

Brown Table Cover, Cotton, Handmade in Guatemala, Handwoven, Eclectic Home Decor, 60x38.5

Chollo Antique Bolivian Hat

Chollo Antique Bolivian Hat Blue 2

Chollo Antique Bolivian Hat Green Tones 3

Chollo Antique Bolivian Hat 1

Chollo Antique Bolivian Hat 12

Chollo Antique Bolivian Hat 2

Clerical Stole, Deacon Estola, Handwoven with Bird Motifs, Blue, Guatemala Textile Home Decor, Festive Holiday Linens, Spring Colors Cotton,

Clerical Stole, Deacon Estola, Handwoven with Bird Motifs, Deep Purple, Guatemala Textile Home Decor, Festive Holiday Linens, Spring Colors Cotton,

Clerical Stole, Deacon Estola, Handwoven with Bird Motifs, Orange, Guatemala Textile Home Decor, Festive Holiday Linens, Spring Colors Cotton,

Clerical Stole, Deacon Estola, Handwoven with Bird Motifs, Blue, Guatemala Textile Home Decor, Festive Holiday Linens, Spring Colors Cotton,

Clerical Stole, Deacon Estola, Handwoven with Bird Motifs, Green, Guatemala Textile Home Decor, Festive Holiday Linens, Spring Colors Cotton,

Clerical Stole, Deacon Estola, Handwoven with Bird Motifs, Vivid Blue, Guatemala Textile Home Decor, Festive Holiday Linens, Spring Colors Cotton,

Colorful Belts, Graduation Cords, Tassels, Bird Motifs Gift Giving Ties, Bright pink and purple Traditional Guatemalan Handmade/Hatband, Wrap Around self tie, (Set of 3) 1" X 50"

Colorful Belts, Graduation Cords, Tassels, Giving Ties, Traditional Guatemalan Handmade/Hatband, Wrap Around self tie, Multi Color with Cross Motifs (Set of 3) 1" X 59"

Colorful Belts, Graduation Cords, Tassels, Present Ties, Bright pink tones Traditional Guatemalan Handmade/Hatband, Wrap Around self tie, Multi Color with Bird Motifs (Set of 3) 1" X 46"
Colorful Cotton Belts, Blue Tones, Set of 3 Traditional Guatemalan Handmade Hatband, Wrap Around Self Tie1 x 45 Inches

Comalapa Table Runner 3

Copy of Mayan Arts Pom Pom Tassel, Set of 3, Orange and Purple, Charming Small Pom Poms Women's Fashion Hand Bags or Home Accent Decor Accessories, Handmade in Guatemala

Culta Aguayo or Manta Bolivia worn and repaired, Vintage Textile 39" x 46"

Dark Brown Choyanda Manta Bolivia, Table Cover, Vintage, Handmade in Bolivia, Ethnic Textile 45x42

Dark Brown Llallagua Manta Bolivia, Table Cover, Vintage, Handmade in Bolivia, Ethnic Textile 44x46

Embroidered Belts Hat Band Wrap Around Tie Blue Multi Color Western Guatemala, Cute Decorative Belt

Embroidered Belts Hat Band Wrap Around Tie Brown Multi Color Western Guatemala, Cute Decorative Belt

Embroidered Belts Hat Band Wrap Around Tie Brown, Girl and Boy Motifs, Guatemala, Cute Decorative Belt

Embroidered Belts Hat Band Wrap Around Tie Green Multi Color Western Guatemala, Cute Decorative Belt, Variety Designs

Embroidered Belts Hat Band Wrap Around Tie Purple Multi Color Western Guatemala, Cute Decorative Belt

Embroidered Belts Hat Band Wrap Around Tie White Gray Black Western Guatemala, Cute Decorative Belt

Fall Festive Tassels, 3 Layered, Decorative Keepsake Embellishments, Arts and Crafts, Christmas Giving 1.5 x 8 Inches

Fall Festive Tassels, Brown, Teal, Orange, Handmade Embellishments, Holiday Party Fringe, 3 Layered Tassel 1.5 x 8 Inches
