Skirt Item Number: Sf962 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Skirt of off-white wool with a full slit opening, a waistband and a hem bound in white synthetic cloth. Re-plied cord ties finish the ends of the waistband.

History Of Use

Bayeta is made by males on the treadle loom and is used for garments that are cut to size and sewn, such as trousers, shirts, skirts and vests. The style, the construction and and the loom used are non-indigenous and derive from Spanish peasant tradition. Handspun sheep's wool is the traditional material, but synthetic yarns are now used. At about one year of age, boys are dressed in the circular, wrap-around skirt along with a shirt and knitted cap. The skirt is very practical for hygienic purposes as its wide sweep keeps it from getting wet. At age 3 or 4, boys begin to wear long trousers.

Cultural Context

male toddler

Specific Techniques

Plain weave; machine and hand stitched.

Narrative

Made by Rosendo Quispe Cruz for his 15 month old son, Mario Quispe Marca. Made on request for the Museum.

Item History

What

Name
Skirt
Identification Number
Sf962
Type of Item
skirt
Material
synthetic fibre and wool fibre
Manufacturing Technique
woven and spun
Overall
height 35.0 cm, width 70.5 cm, depth 5.0 cm

Who

Culture
Quechua
Creator
Rosendo Quispe Cruz (Maker)
Field Collector
Mary Frame
Previous Owner
Mary Frame
Received from
Mary Frame (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Shop Volunteers (Funding source)

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Taquile, Puno, Peru

When

Creation Date
between May 1983 and May 15, 1983
Collection Date
during 1983
Ownership Date
before October 27, 1983
Acquisition Date
on October 27, 1983

Other

Item Classes
textiles
Condition
good
Accession Number
0948/0074