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Here are some fantastic books on Mexican folk art, travel, and decor. Highly recommended for reference, research, or coffee table companion. These selections are almost always a special order item at book stores. We have found Amazon to usually have the book in stock and some are significantly less than you would find in stores. |
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The definitive book on Oaxacan Woodcarving. Shepard Barbash expands on his
original 1991 Smithsonian Article. Barbash gives you the flavor and thoughts on
the artists and their families that are now known world wide.
A must have for any collector who has guests over
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Similar to the story of premier Arrazola carver Manuel Jimenez illustrated and written
in childrens book fashion. Mateo, a young woodcarver who bravely breaks with a generations-old artistic tradition by
carving bold and bright animals that got the attention of the world.
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A rabbit living in the moon, but how did it get there? Owls as angelic
guardians to the underworld. And when visiting the underworld
why do you need a dog as your guide?
The Illustrated Dictionary of the Gods and Symbols of Anicent Mexico is a wealth of pictures and descriptions on Mesoamerican culture. A culture rich in religious metaphors seen in art and writing. Some of the most facinating Oaxacan art produced is inspired from their 4000+ year heritage. |
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Great Masters of Mexican folk art is a new and pictorially in-depth look
at the most renowned artists in Oaxaca. The book is part of a program to
preserve and promote Indian heritage. The photographs reveal many of the intricate
details that artists pass on from generation to generation. We've seen this book
in museums for around $125 but Amazon usually offers this book at a good discount.
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The origins of Nahuals can be found in the childrens book Uncle Snake.
A very different tale of a boy who found a secret in a cave that changed him
forever. Fantasy illstration to open the imagination of both children and adults.
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A visual tour through stunning homes and hotels of Mexico. Also showcases
the most famous Mexican Folk Artists in the settings that inpsire them. Manuel Jimenez and Epifanio Fuentes
are prominently featured in here. Amazing interiors show a wealth of folk art and artifacts that span the ages.
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Once inspired by the beauty of Mexican archetecture you might want to
know the materials and methods so that you can recreate them for your own space. Peter Aprahamian details
all the aspects in this very visual resourceful book .
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The unofficial encyclopedia of all Mexican Folk art. The Nelson Rockefeller
collection is an ambitious compendium of everything made in old world Mexico.
See Manuel Jimenez's work from his humble beginnings and so much more. This book
will blow you away! Unfortunately, this book increasingly harder to get but is available
from time to time on Amazon.
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Design Motifs of Ancient Mexico is an invaluable art resource. Intricate, geometric designs
abound as well as drawings that feature the natural world and the use of animal figures both real and imagined.
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The Days of the Dead, one of the most vivid and well put together books on this
endeared holiday. With four years in the making this book has nearly 100 color
photographs. An essential book for a diversified library.
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