Today, centuries after the Spanish conquest, nearly sixty indigenous groups still live in Mexico, many of whom still retain their own customs, folk art and craft traditions. Their diverse arts are an essential part of their culture derived from a fusion of traditions, from the ancient Aztec and Maya civilizations, to the era of Spanish and Moorish influence. This is the perfect book for all those who have visited Mexico and purchased--or fallen in love with--local crafts, as well as for collectors and travelers contemplating a trip to the area. With over 160 color photographs, this volume offers both a vivid portrait of the Mexican people and their lifestyle and a representative sampling of the wide range of crafts unsurpassed elsewhere in the Americas. It includes a survey of Mexican ceramics, jewelry, folk toys, ritual arts and other handicrafts such as wood carving, basketry and metalwork. Chronicle Books (1990). Paperback. 160 pp. ISBN 0-87701-791-3.
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