Masks of Mexico postcard book

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• Format: Cards
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764916130
• ISBN13: 9780764916137
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Pomegranate Communications
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.

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"Masks have been a form of disguise in almost all cultures of the world. The use of masks in religious, social, and recreational festivals is a centuries-old tradition in Mexico, where masquerade has played an important part in the lives of the people since pre-Hispanic times. The styles of masks in the various ethnic regions of Mexico are as diverse as the locations themselves--from the Santiaguero mask worn during the Moor and Christian dance dramas in Puebla to the Hummingbird mask used for carnival in Hidalgo. This postcard book features a cross section of Mexico's rich culture though 30 colorful, artistic, and distinct masks from the collections of the Museum of International Folk Art, Museum of [New] Mexico. Most of the images in this book were originally published in 'Masks of Mexico,' published by the Museum of New Mexico Press. "Pomegranate's books of postcards contain thirty top-quality reproductions bound together in a handy, artful collection. Easy to remove and produced on heavy card stock, these stunning postcards are a delight to the sender and receiver (and probably the mailman, too). This convenient compilation offers a wide selection of gorgeous cards to choose from, making it easy to find the perfect postcard to send to any friend, family member, or casual acquaintance. ISBN: 0-7649-1613-0."--© Pomegranate