Pants

Item number Sf968 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.

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Description

Trousers made of black wool with belt loops attached at the waistband, and inset side pockets made of the same synthetic beige fabric as the waistband lining. The front placket is held with a safety pin.

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. Full-length trousers were adopted by the men on Taquile after 1925. Prior to that, they wore mid-calf and knee-length trousers. After age 3 or 4, boys cease wearing the flaring wrap around skirt and begin wearing full length trousers. Worn for all occasions.

Cultural Context

everyday

Specific Techniques

Z spun sheep's wool dyed black; balanced 2:2 twill herringbone weave; machine stitched and faced with commercial cloth. Placket front closing, pockets, cuffs, waistband and belt loops.

Narrative

Made by Francisco Yucra Cruz for his own use. Worn a small amount. He insisted they were exceptional quality because of the facings made of purchased cloth. Sold on his behalf by his own son Gonzalo Yucra Huatta.