Trapezoid Rococo Handbag from Guatemala

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Our Trapezoid-Shaped Rococo Handbag is made from recycled Huipils (pronounced Wee-peel), the Spanish term for the traditional blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala. Huipils are the most significant part of a Mayan woman's costume, and to the knowledgeable observer it identifies a woman's village, social and marital status, religious background, wealth, and individual personality.

  • Measures 17" wide (at bottom) x 12" high
  • Lined with zipped interior pocket
  • Snap closure
  • Available in Purple and Brown (reverse side matches handle)

Since these items are created from many different blouses, designs and styles will vary. Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.

Trapezoid Rococo Handbag from Guatemala

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Our Trapezoid-Shaped Rococo Handbag is made from recycled Huipils (pronounced Wee-peel), the Spanish term for the traditional blouse worn by... Read more

SKU: DC:ROCPUR-TRP-BL
Barcode: Custom Product

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$50.00 Excl. VAT

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      Description

      Our Trapezoid-Shaped Rococo Handbag is made from recycled Huipils (pronounced Wee-peel), the Spanish term for the traditional blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala. Huipils are the most significant part of a Mayan woman's costume, and to the knowledgeable observer it identifies a woman's village, social and marital status, religious background, wealth, and individual personality.

      • Measures 17" wide (at bottom) x 12" high
      • Lined with zipped interior pocket
      • Snap closure
      • Available in Purple and Brown (reverse side matches handle)

      Since these items are created from many different blouses, designs and styles will vary. Handmade in Guatemala and fair trade imported.

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