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Narrative

Made by the father of the seller and used by him. The seller has used it since 1979, most recently in 1985. It has also been loaned out extensively as is the practice with specialized costume pieces in Taquile. Juan's grandfather, Marcelino Flores Huatta, also had a hat like this which served as a model for the present one.

Iconographic Meaning

The dance is performed in a cocky manner with movements that imitate those of roosters; a ducking head motion and scratching in the earth with the feet. The lengthwise band of red feathers represent the coxcomb of the rooster.

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A semi-circular hat composed of two similar pieces stitched together along the curved edge. Red feathers with the points cut off are inserted between the semi-circles of dark blue bayeta. An orange, braided tape is appliqued to both sides and attached as chin ties to the centre of each side. Three red, blue, green, and orange yarn tassels are attached by braided cords to each end of the semi-circular hat.

History Of Use

Bayeta, a type of coarse cloth, is made on the treadle loom and is used for garments that are cut to size and sewn, such as trousers, shirts and vests. The style, the construction and the loom used are derived from Spanish peasant tradition. Handspun sheep's wool is the traditional material but synthetic yarns are now used as well. The hat is worn straight with the tassel and feathers in line with the nose. White trousers and knee high black leggings are worn with a black poncho and several coca bags. A dance sling and a white flag are used as well. The Dance of the Negritos, or 'Dandies', is performed at the Festival of Candelaria. Female dancers accompany the Negrito dancers.

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Fiestas