Product Description
This vintage huipil from San Juan Atitán, located in the Huehuetenango region of Guatemala, is an exceptional example of traditional Mayan textile artistry. Entirely handwoven on a backstrap loom, the piece features beautiful, complex weaving and striking embroidered elements that reflect the distinctive regional style of San Juan Atitán.
The huipil displays a rich combination of vivid reds, pinks, purples, blues, and greens, arranged in bold striped panels and densely patterned decorative bands. The intricate motifs form part of a visual language through which indigenous women communicate identity, community, and cultural heritage. To trained eyes, these designs convey information about the weaver’s place of origin and artistic skill.
A single huipil of this complexity could take months to complete, requiring precise control of color, pattern, and finishing. The large scale of this garment enhances its visual impact, making it suitable for wear, framing as textile art, or decorative display (as shown styled over furniture).
Origin: San Juan Atitán, Huehuetenango, Guatemala
Materials: Handwoven cotton
Weaving Technique: Traditional backstrap loom
Dimensions:
• Length: 31"
• Width: 42"
• Neck opening: 21"
