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Daughters of Ixchel: Maya Thread of Change
- 1993 ----- color ----- 30 min ----- vhs
- Guatemalan Maya women are highly skilled weavers. Their textiles, created using the backstrap loom, are known worldwide for excellent workmanship and design. Their weaving skills have been passed down from mother to daughter since ancient times. Not only are the designs and colors of the Maya textiles attractive and unique, they also carry the history and traditions of their communities. Explores the lives of Maya women today, portrays their ancient weaving processes, and examines the economic, political and cultural forces that are profoundly affecting the women and their weaving.
- Topics: (American Indian Studies, Anthropology: Cultural, Art: Tribal, Latin America, Women Studies)
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