Ruth D. Lechuga (1920–2004)
Author of Mask Arts of Mexico
About the Author
Image credit: Ruth Lechuga (1921-2005)
Series
Works by Ruth D. Lechuga
Associated Works
AM59 El Nopal Bilingual Edition 3 copies
Tagged
Common Knowledge
- Birthdate
- 1920
- Date of death
- 2004-09-19
- Gender
- female
- Education
- UNAM
- Occupations
- physician
art collector - Nationality
- Austria (birth)
Mexico (naturalized) - Birthplace
- Vienna, Austria
- Places of residence
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Place of death
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Associated Place (for map)
- Mexico City, Mexico
Members
Reviews
"In rural Mexico, festivals and their attendant dances mark the high point of local life. Old and New World traditions have fused to forge and awe-inspiring range of masks, their makers the creative equal of any craftspeople working today. ... Google Books
Originally published: 1994
Originally published: 1994
Amazon: In rural Mexico local artisans combine Old and New World traditions to forge an awe-inspiring array of masks. This strikingly illustrated volume celebrates these inventive masks and their creators in a rich display of artistry, vitality, beauty, and whimsy. Including a spectacular gallery of 130 full-color photographs and a fascinating text.
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Statistics
- Works
- 12
- Also by
- 1
- Members
- 105
- Popularity
- #183,190
- Rating
- 4.0
- Reviews
- 2
- ISBNs
- 8
- Languages
- 1
