The visual satisfaction I feel about Mexico's popular arts is one of pure delight. Through their art and clothing I can inhabit a part of their strong traditions, especially in my "niche" the Mexican costume doll. After many years of collecting Mexican dolls and their tourist clothing I realized how important it was to document what I learned and to share my dolls with the rest of the world. Very few if any of Mexico's popular arts books acknowledge the Mexican made dolls and there is no publication that has exclusively recognized them. Mexico's contribution of folk art sustained the integrity of their culture during the 20th c. The tourist dolls and clothing have been highly coveted but yet there is no concrete data to document the artisans or the makers. I am proud to present you with a book that is not only a tribute to the dolls and the clothing but also a credible book full of insightful detail and information about their origns and distinctive attributes. I hope you enjoy the dolls & some of my pieces of Mexican folk art . Most of them are from my private collection, no longer seen at the typical retail shops.
Reader Reviews
Several hundred beautiful photos tell the story of our friends south of the border. I had Mexican dolls when I was a young girl growing up in Minnesota. They were a gift from my Aunt who lived in California. This book has allowed me to revisit those special memories. But I was pleasantly surprised it is so much more. It is an interesting blend of history and geography but the colorful photos make it a great coffee table book too. I am so excited about it I have already purchased several additional copies as Christmas gifts for friends and family.
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