Name/Title
Arts and crafts of MexicoEntry/Object ID
NK844.S29Description
Offers a portrait of the Mexican people, their lifestyles, and a representative sampling of their crafts. Included are brilliant textiles from the country's various regions; a diversity of ceramics, from rough pots to elegant Majolica ware; fabulous jewelry, ranging from whimsical silver earrings featuring alligators and donkeys, to ornately carved necklaces sparkling with colored beads and precious metals; endearing toys painted in vivid colors; woven goods such as baskets, mats, and bags; intricately crafted metalwork; and special decorations made for celebrations and fiestas.Lexicon
Search Terms
decorative arts--mexico, folk art--mexico, handicraft--mexicoBook Details
Author
Chloë SayerPublisher
Chronicle BooksDate Published
1990Call No.
NK844.S29ISBN
877017913, 9780877017912LCCN
90035592Notes
Length: 160