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Mid-20th Century Man's Ceremonial (cofradía) Outfit, Chichicastenango, Guatemala

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Mid-20th century man's ceremonial (cofradía) outfit, Chichicastenango, Guatemala. 25" (63.5 cm) shoulder to hem by 59" (274 cm) across shoulders It is rare to find a complete ceremonial cofradía outfit in such good condition. The blue zigzag embroidery at shoulders and cuffs is said to signify that the wearer was an astrologist or day-keeper of the ceremonial Maya calendar. Primary photo is a back view, second photo is the front.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 59 in (149.86 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#3468 1stDibs: LU1778211396721

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