Guatemala woman's ceremonial blouse, or huipil, featuring white, red and orange colors
Maya artist, Guatemala woman's ceremonial blouse (huipil), c. 1900, silk, cotton; discontinuous supplementary weft patterning, appliqué, embroidery. Gift of Richard L. Simmons in memory of Roberta G. Simmons, 95.116.17

An Indigenous Art: Huipiles from Mia’s Collection

The term huipil defines a traditional blouse worn by women throughout Mesoamerica, particularly among the Maya since pre-Hispanic times. The custom remains prevalent in Guatemala Highlands, where most Maya descendants reside today. The decoration is unique to each village and identifies the wearer’s origins.

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An Indigenous Art: Huipiles from Mia’s Collection

The term huipil defines a traditional blouse worn by women throughout Mesoamerica, particularly among the Maya since pre-Hispanic times. The custom remains prevalent in Guatemala Highlands, where most Maya descendants reside today. The decoration is unique to each village and identifies the wearer’s origins.

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Maya artist, Guatemala woman's ceremonial blouse (huipil), c. 1900, silk, cotton; discontinuous supplementary weft patterning, appliqué, embroidery. Gift of Richard L. Simmons in memory of Roberta G. Simmons, 95.116.17