Woman's blouse (Huipil)

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Woman's blouse (Huipil)

Kaqchikel Maya artistLinkedCulture matchlcp-68ca1eb5cbc9

Date
c. 1960s
Medium
Cotton: supplementary weft patterning
Culture
Kaqchikel Maya
Department
Arts of the Americas
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Object ID
27554

The Ceiba tree holds a sacred place in Maya tradition and beliefs. It symbolizes the 'World Tree' which sits at the center of creation: its roots sink deep into the underworld, its trunk occupies the earth realm, and its branches reach up to support the celestial vault. In San Pedro Sacatepéquez the Ceiba tree refers to the regeneration of human and plant life. It is a common motif used on cofradía textiles, where it serves as a reminder of the importance of renewing customs and traditions through community rituals. Kaqchikel Maya, Guatemala, Americas

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Gift of Richard and Roberta Simmons

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