Skirt c. 20th century

"Skirt" is a striking example of Hmong textile art, created by Coin Yao in the 20th century. The skirt is made of black cotton fabric and adorned with a vibrant white geometric design. The intricate patterns are created using the wax-resist dyeing technique, a traditional Hmong method that involves applying wax to the fabric to prevent dye from penetrating. This process results in the beautiful contrasting black and white design, with a central band of repeating circular motifs and a lower band of interlocking zig-zags. This skirt is currently housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art and is an excellent example of Hmong textile artistry.