Huipil

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Huipil by the artist is a rectangular piece of fabric. The top and bottom sections are cream-colored with rough, uneven edges. The main body of the fabric is divided into two large sections of deep red. Horizontal stripes of various widths cover the fabric, featuring a range of colors including pink, purple, blue, yellow, orange, black, and white. Some stripes have simple solid colors or thin patterns, while others have complex geometric patterns. The geometric patterns include zigzags, chevrons, and other shapes in multiple colors. The fabric appears to be handmade with visible stitching and texture. The background behind the fabric is solid gray.