Maya; Male Embroidered Huipil and Pantalón (Trousers)

Name/Title

Maya; Male Embroidered Huipil and Pantalón (Trousers)

Entry/Object ID

2026.01.01

Description

2026.01.01(a): Handwoven white cotton huipil featuring bold vertical purple stripes. The upper part is embroidered with brightly colored bird motifs arranged in a horizontal pattern, featuring elongated tail feathers. Between the rows of birds are stepped geometric diamond patterns in alternating colors. The neckline is decorated with additional embroidery and applied trim. 2026.01.01(b): Handwoven white cotton trousers featuring bold vertical purple stripes running the length of the garment. The lower parts are embellished with brightly colored embroidered bird motifs arranged in a horizontal pattern that showcase elongated tail feathers and stylized crests. Between the bird motifs are stepped geometric diamond shapes in alternating colors.

Made/Created

Time Period

20th Century

Ethnography

Cultural Region

* Untyped Cultural Region

Maya Highlands

Culture/Tribe

Maya