Mexican Folk Art - Home
Mexican Folk Art - Home
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Lacquer<br />
21. What is lacquer?<br />
22. How is lacquer applied?<br />
23. What are common lacquer decorations?<br />
Clothing and Textiles<br />
24. What kinds of fibers are used in weaving?<br />
25. What are the two types of looms used in Mexico?<br />
26. What are three traditional women's garments?<br />
27. What was a traditional garment worn by men in 19th century Mexico?<br />
Baskets, Gourds & Glass<br />
28. How early were gourds used in Mexico?<br />
29. What are gourds used for?<br />
30. Who introduced glass to Mexico?<br />
31. Where was glass first made in Mexico? Where is it made now?<br />
32. What is special about <strong>Mexican</strong> blown glass?<br />
Toys and Miniatures<br />
33. What are some examples of folk toys?<br />
34. What are toys made for besides everyday use? What is one holiday in particular?<br />
35. What was bark paper used for in ancient times? What is it used for today?<br />
36. Who makes bark paper?<br />
37. When are paper cuts used? How are they created?<br />
38. What is papier-mâché used for in Mexico?<br />
Tin<br />
39. When did the Spanish introduce tin to Mexico?<br />
40. What is made out of tin? How are tin creations decorated?<br />
41. What objects are made of copper?<br />
The <strong>Art</strong> the Huichol<br />
42. What is reflected in the artwork of the Huichol people?<br />
43. What are Nearika?<br />
44. What are chaquiras?
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