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Nahua Wrap-skirt from Acatlán, Guerrero, Mexico

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This piece discusses the techniques used to create an embroidered Nahua wrap-skirt, specifically from Acatlán, Guerrero, Mexico, and the function that is typically attributed to it. In addition to discussing the function and technique, this piece also discusses three main contextual points about the textile, including the role of gender, labor/ class/economy, and globalization. The goal of this piece is to provide researchers with a better understanding of not only the technical process behind creating this skirt, but also to provide an overview of different points that are relevant to the skirt's function and its journey through both time, and space.

Source: Loyola eCommons (Loyola University of Chicago)

Author: Gonzalez, Brianda

Language: English

Topic: Fashion and Cultural Textiles

Subfield: Museology

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7002372294

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