Cloth
Item number Sa249 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.
Item number Sa249 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.
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Cloth woven with solid multicoloured bands alternating with blue and white striped bands. Formed by two panels joined together with a blue insertion stitched band (randa) along the seam. Warp-faced, multi-strand white weft (gives a ribbed appearance). At one end the wefts show where the stitching is loose and pulled together at each side. Several small stains. Pulled threads.
Shawl or tzute, which is a large utility cloth usually woven on a back strap loom. They are used for many purposes, including: a sling to carry an infant, wood or other loads; on the shoulder as protection from heavy loads; or, as a head covering (Dieterich).
Purchased in Guatemala City. Referred to as a 'cargador' on tag (since removed).
worn by a woman
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Cloth woven with solid multicoloured bands alternating with blue and white striped bands. Formed by two panels joined together with a blue insertion stitched band (randa) along the seam. Warp-faced, multi-strand white weft (gives a ribbed appearance). At one end the wefts show where the stitching is loose and pulled together at each side. Several small stains. Pulled threads.
Purchased in Guatemala City. Referred to as a 'cargador' on tag (since removed).
Shawl or tzute, which is a large utility cloth usually woven on a back strap loom. They are used for many purposes, including: a sling to carry an infant, wood or other loads; on the shoulder as protection from heavy loads; or, as a head covering (Dieterich).
worn by a woman
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