Cofradia table cover 1955

This Cofradia table cover was crafted by an unknown Maya artist. The embroidery presents a visually striking composition with its bold colors, geometric shapes, and rows of figures arranged on a vertical axis. The use of red, yellow, and blue threads creates a lively surface, while the repetitive patterns evoke a sense of rhythmic order. The arrangement of stylized motifs—perhaps animalistic forms or abstracted human figures—invites us to consider the deeper structures of meaning embedded within. These symbols, rendered in simple, geometric forms, may function as signs within a complex cultural code. The cover can be seen as a field of signs, where each element contributes to a larger narrative or symbolic framework. This textile challenges our expectations of traditional representation, emphasizing the interplay of color, line, and form to communicate its message. The structure of the textile, with its careful distribution of motifs, reflects not only aesthetic concerns but also a profound engagement with cultural memory and identity.