Mask Arts of Mexico
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Book Overview
In rural Mexico, folk festivals and the dances that accompany them mark the high point of life. In preparation for these festivities, local artisans combine Old and New World traditions to forge an awe-inspiring array of masks, many of which are acclaimed and sought after by international collectors. This strikingly illustrated volume celebrates these wonderfully inventive masks and their creators in a rich display of artistry, vitality, beauty, and whimsy. Including a spectacular gallery of 130 full-color photographs and a fascinating text, Mask Arts of Mexico will inspire and inform anyone with an interest in folk art, photography, or anthropology.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0811808114
ISBN13:9780811808118
Release Date:March 1995
Publisher:Chronicle Books
Length:96 Pages
Weight:1.03 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 8.5" x 10.7"
Age Range:13 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 8 to Postsecondary
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
Occimorronikkalli
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Such a tremendous endevor could only be undertaken by Lechuga (Ms Lettuce), Sayer, and Lavender. I mean "Wow"! This book takes the mindbending and esoteric subject masks and extracts information on levels unseen in either science or the arts. Reading the book changed myself and my wife inexplicably.
Pleasant Overview of Masks from Mexico
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
I'm not sure why the other reviewer left only three stars (after praising the book). Anyhow, Ruth Lechuga's book will compliment any book on the genre. It is a superb overview of masks you will find from the various cultures within Mexico. The pictures are nice and crisp with excellent detail (nice photography).
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