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1950

  • Work on this object began.

1959

  • Work on this object ended.

1966

  • We acquired this object.

2014

2025

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Huipil (blouse) (Mexico)

This is a Huipil (blouse). It is dated mid-20th century and we acquired it in 1966. Its medium is cotton, wool and its technique is cross-stitch embroidery. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Elizabeth Gordon. It is credited Gift of Elizabeth Gordon.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 114 x 71 cm (44 7/8 x 27 15/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Huipil (blouse) (Mexico); cotton, wool; H x W: 114 x 71 cm (44 7/8 x 27 15/16 in.); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1966-60-4

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