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Arte Popular - by The Mexican Museum (Hardcover)

Arte Popular - by  The Mexican Museum (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"This bilingual volume presents 100 of the most striking and playful artworks from the Rex May Collection of Mexican folk art"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><i>Arte Popular</i> features 100 pieces from Rex May's extensive collection of exquisite hand-crafted objects from all over Mexico. <p/>Coming from the reputable Mexican Museum, this volume demonstrates the dramatic power of folk art. <p/>This bilingual volume</b> provides a veritable treasure trove of discoveries for the curious reader. <p/>- Features bold and atmospheric photographs<br>- Includes scholarly essays that delve into the collection's origins and significance<br>- A visual treat for lovers of Mexican art, craft, and visual culture <p/><b>The Rex May Collection-bequeathed to the Mexican Museum by the legendary 39-Mile-Drive sign designer-demonstrates the dramatic power of folk art. <p/>This book is a companion to the opening of the Mexican Museum building in downtown San Francisco's Yerba Buena museum neighborhood. </b> <p/>- Wrapped in a striking, gold-foil-bedecked case, this makes a wonderful gift for artists and art fans everywhere.<br>- Perfect for museum goers and fans of Mexican arts and crafts<br>- The Mexican Museum has been a San Francisco cultural destination and educational resource for 37 years, and became the only San Francisco affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution in 2012.<br>- Add it to the shelf with books like <i>Mexican Details</i> by Joe P. Carr and Karen Witynski, <i>Crafts of Mexico</i> by Margarita de Orellana and Alberto Ruy Sanchez, and <i>Masks of Mexico: Tigers, Devils, and the Dance of Life</i> by Barbara Mauldin.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>The Mexican Museum is home to one of North America's largest collections of art showcasing the richness and complexity of Latino culture.

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