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The history of Mayan clothing can be traced back to the Pre-Classic Times when the foundations of the Mayan civilisation were laid down. It was during this time that the class structure of the Mayan society was established and religious teachings were first assimilated.
Maya textiles (k’apak) are the clothing and other textile arts of the Maya peoples, indigenous peoples of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Belize. Women have traditionally created textiles in Maya society, and textiles were a significant form of ancient Maya art and religious beliefs.
Maya clothes helped people identify between the richer and the poorer people in Maya society. Textiles were an important part of religious beliefs and art.
Of particular importance, both today and likely in ancient times, was a garment’s decorative configuration. Studies of modern Maya clothing emphasize the significance of textile decoration, which goes far beyond exhibiting the fiber artist’s dexterity and creativity.
Mayan clothing and adornment were more than just functional garments. They served as powerful symbols of social status, gender, and cultural identity. From simple loincloths to elaborate feathered capes, clothing reflected the wearer's place in society.
The ancient Maya regularly participated in wars and conflicts and developed protective clothing as a means of defense. These outfits involved a padded mantle (perhaps made from twisted cotton or thick leaves), often covered with animal skin, and accoutrements such as shields decorated with animal hide or feathers.
Archaeologists and historians divide Maya history into various eras, including the Classic and Post-Classic periods. The Classic period was from 200 to 900 AD, while the Post-Classic period lasted from 900 AD until the Spanish Conquest.
