Chiapas Zinacantan Serape


Collection

AFFA Textiles


Identifier

AFFA7


Artist

unknown


Description

This colorful serape from the valley town of San Lorenzo Zinacantan in the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. Decorated with embroidered flowers that are characteristic of the town's style, this serape is frequently worn by boys or men in the town.


Medium

textile

Width

25in

Height

32in

Length

0.5in

Where Made (Region)

San Lorenzo Zinacantan, Chiapas

Where Made (Country)

Mexico

Related place

Mexico

How Acquired

Donation

When Acquired

Nov 20 2020

Name of Donor

Susannah Willms