Blouse with long sleeves
19th century
The fabric of a piña cloth is made from leaves of a pineapple plant. Extracting the thin gossamer fibers of leaves and weaving with them is a painstaking and laborious process. Because of its tedious labor production, piña fabric was reserved for a wealthier clientele.
This delicate camisa (blouse) contains a complex embroidery design with delicate floral patterns and precise cut-work. Foliate and geometric motifs were commonly found across piña fabric.
Piña (pineapple fiber) cloth with embroidery
20 in. (50.8 cm)
L.: 15 in.
Overall w.: 60 in.
Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection
33.209