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OverviewThe mola is a multilayered textile art form and metaphor for the story of the Kuna, indigenous people of Panama. With over 890 images covering more than a century of molas, this book provides insights into design sources and influences for molas, perspectives on the aesthetic practices of women creating them, and hints for collecting and preserving this colourful textile art form. The hand-appliquéd art panels tell the tale of the Kuna women and are symbolic of their artistry, observation, and beliefs. Their lush tropical paradise, cultural cosmology, sense of humour, and exposure to foreign elements are represented in these fascinating fabric designs. A brief history of Panama and its rich tradition of indigenous arts place the mola in context. AUTHOR: Edith Crouch, author, glass artist, and teacher lives and works in Charlotte, North Carolina. From earliest childhood through high school she was raised in the Panama Caval Zone, giving her a personal engagement with the topic. ILLUSTRATIONS: 886 colour & 7 b/w * Full Product DetailsAuthor: Edith CrouchPublisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Weight: 1.878kg ISBN: 9780764338458ISBN 10: 0764338455 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 26 July 2011 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationEdith Read (Barkowitz) Crouch, author, glass artist, and teacher, lives and works in Charlotte, North Carolina. From earliest childhood through high school she was raised in the Panama Canal Zone, giving her a personal engagement with the topic. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |