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.

THE SYMBOL OF GUATEMALA: THE QUETZAL

Fashioning Tradition: Maya Huipiles in the Field Museum Collections

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Vint. Nahuala (quetzal-star) detail

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THE SYMBOL OF GUATEMALA: THE QUETZAL

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