THE SYMBOL OF GUATEMALA: THE QUETZAL, TRAMA TEXTILES – Trama Textiles

Worshipped by Mayas and Aztecs, the Quetzal is the symbol of Guatemala. This symbolism is not accidental: the local tradition considers it a symbol of freedom because it was believed it preferred to die of hunger rather than to live as a prisoner.

This beautiful cushion cover is an exemplary combination of traditional Maya symbols and Catholic representations. Within the hand embroidery of the

Quetzal Cushion Cover - Mustard

Fashioning Tradition: Maya Huipiles in the Field Museum Collections

Trama Textiles Quetzaltenango

This beautiful cushion cover is an exemplary combination of traditional Maya symbols and Catholic representations. Within the hand embroidery of the

Quetzal Cushion Cover - Mustard

Textiles of Guatemala Offer Meaning and Symbolism of Traditions

This beautiful cushion cover is an exemplary combination of traditional Maya symbols and Catholic representations. Within the hand embroidery of the

Quetzal Cushion Cover

This beautiful cushion cover is an exemplary combination of traditional Maya symbols and Catholic representations. Within the hand embroidery of the

Quetzal Cushion Cover - Mustard

Trama Textiles Quetzaltenango

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