Male cofradia doll
Maker
Unknown, Maya
Date2012
MediumCloth, pigment, tin, stiffened fabric
Dimensions12 1/4” H x 6” W
SignedNone
Credit LineGift of Carol Ann Lorenz
Object numberNLA2012.19.LOR
DescriptionMale figure in the cofradía ceremonial dress of Quetzaltenango including a white camisa and pants, black cloak with red lining and tie, red belt, and black overskirt. He also wears a lavender head wrap, possibly a tzute. He carries the representation of a monstrance and handwoven cloth. Folk art.
ClassificationsToys
Collections
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