Hi tamkins!
Based on what you've said about your mom's tastes, I've selected the
following (more than 10) items, which i feel would make suitable
gifts! :
Mexican Folk Art: From Oaxacan Artist Families (book)
Descrption:
"This beautiful reference introduces contemporary Mexican folk art by
featuring prominent artists from Oaxaca in southeastern Mexico. Their
unique art works are introduced and illustrated along with current
market values. Crafted from natural materials, their ceramics,
weaving, woodcarving, embroidery, tin work, toys, jewelry, candles,
dried flower crafts, basketry, and celebrations of Day of the Dead
handicrafts incorpoate unique blends of indigenous myths with ancient
patterns from Zapotec ruins. These folk art traditions have been
preserved for hundreds of years. This sampler features 87 artists
belonging to 45 families, many useful maps, and over 500 color
photographs of their distinctive works. A useful resource section
includes a list of shops and markets of Oaxaca City and 12 of its
surrounding pueblos, and a glossary identifies the frequently-used
Mexican terms that apply to these folk arts. This will be a treasured
source of reference and inspiration for all who love folk art."
http://www.sell.com/2GKM7
Price: $31.96 - To buy, go to:
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbninquiry.asp?ISBN=0764315986
Mexican Folk Art Elephant Tile
"Size: Approximately 4 Inches x 4 Inches. Condition: Very Good to
Excellent. No chips or cracks. Age: Contemporary. Engaging Folk Art
Tile with slight opening on the back for hanging." (Price: $19.95)
http://pages.tias.com/cgi-bin/google.cgi/itemKey=544593?itemKey=544593&store=%2Fstores%2Fiis&catId=southamericanfolkart&itemNo=A147
Vintage Mexican Folk Art Wood Batea Bowl
"This is a hand-painted and hand-carved Mexican batea wood bowl. It
measures 11" in diameter. It is in nice condition. The colors are
vibrant, and has minimal signs of wear. There are just a few places
where the paint has chipped slightly at the rim. This is a very nice
piece of Mexican folk art, and would be a great addition to a
collection!" (Price: $20.00)
http://www.rubylane.com/shops/emporium/item/E131?froogle=1
Mexican Folk Art Black Pottery Urn
"Mexican Folk Art Black Pottery Urn. It is made from a beautiful shiny
black stone that is found in the mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico. This
hand carved pottery has been crafted by the people of Oaxaca for
generations. Because they are handcrafted no two pieces are alike."
(Price $60)
http://www.indiansun.net/OP003.asp
Painted Mexican Folk Art Dough Bowls
"Mexican religious folk art combines the artistic soul and spiritual
heritage of her people. These items can be displayed in a traditional
home altar, or given as a special religious gift." (Price: $60.80)
http://store.yahoo.com/directfrommexico/ra2020.html
Great Masters of Mexican Folk Art
"Filled with brilliant images representing the remarkable diversity of
Mexican folk art, this celebration of 180 living artists gathers
together their best work in clay, wood, metal, textiles, and stone."
(Price: $85.00)
http://www.booksbytesandbeyond.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=0810967456
Greek Milagro Cross W/Niche
"Mexican religious folk art combines the artistic soul and spiritual
heritage of her people. These items can be displayed in a traditional
home altar, or given as a special religious gift." (Price: $60.80)
http://www.directfrommexico.com/fr6002.html
(...I like this one!)
Domino case with wood chips (Price: $32.50)
http://artesaniasdelsol.com/domino.html
"Butterfly Mirror" Oaxacan Woodcarving (Price on request)
http://www.boxturtlemexican.com/IBS/SimpleCat/Product/asp/product-id/421557.html
More Oaxacan Woodcarvings:
http://www.boxturtlemexican.com/IBS/SimpleCat/Shelf/ASP/Hierarchy/0400.html
More Religious Mexican Folk Art things:
http://www.directfrommexico.com/mexican-folk-art--religious.html
http://artesaniasdelsol.com/
High Lonesome: The Story Of Bluegrass Music [DVD] (1993)
"A fascinating, critically acclaimed look at the world of bluegrass
music, tracing it roots from the Kentucky hills to its modern forms.
Featuring 100 songs from the likes of Bill Monroe, the Stanley Bros.,
Flatt & Scruggs and Jimmy Martin, the films meshes music and
historical footage depicting the country's changes. 95 min. Standard;
Soundtrack: English Dolby stereo; interactive menus." (Price: $21.24)
http://www.moviesunlimited.com/musite/frameset/index.asp?frame=product%2Easp&sku=D11506
The Complete Bascom Lamar Lunsford Bluegrass Story (DVD)
"Bascom Lamar Lunsford started it all.
Lunsford was a superb mountain musician who spent his life hunting
down the songs, dances and unknown performers of the Appalachian
region. He fought to bring dignity to "hillbilly music" and this made
him a folk hero. He recorded thousands of songs for the Smithsonian.
In the summer of 1928, he created the first Bluegrass Festival by
founding his first Asheville Mountain Dance and Folk Festival.
This film tells his story and includes music, clog and square dancing,
never before seen footage from southern musicians, as well as
Bluegrass and Mountain music legends. Lunsford is on the road for most
of the film, introducing Hoffman to great backcountry musicians.
People like Obray Ramsey (banjo), Artus Moser, Mike Seeger, Alan
Lomax, Tommy Hunter (fiddle), Roger Sprung (banjo), "Red" Raper, Ray
Lundsford and many others." (DVD Price: $35.95)
http://www.customflix.com/Store/ShowTtl.jsp?id=204610
The Top Ten Natural Wonders VHS
"Journey around the globe for this remarkable view of "the best of the
best" -- the ten most spectacular natural treasures on earth. Filmed
in the planet's most exotic locations, see the rocks, waterfalls,
mountains, and canyons that are recognized as being our top ten
natural treasures.
Stand in the center of Africas Ngorongoro Crater, teeming with
wildlife; scale the icy heights of Mount Everest; gaze into the
crystal waters of Lake Baikal; and watch the thundering majesty of
Victoria Falls. Explore Ayers Rock in Australia, the Everglades of
Florida and the barren Sahara Desert. Then marvel at three of the most
amazing wonders on the planet: the Great Barrier Reef, the Amazon Rain
Forest and the Grand Canyon. As you marvel at their beauty, learn how
these spectacular sites were formed, about the animals that live
around them and what attracts people to visit them year after year."
(Price: $19.95)
http://amos.catalogcity.com/cc.class/cc?pcd=2487565&ccsyn=1
WORLD'S MOST EXOTIC ISLANDS (3 Video Set)
"Travel to the South Pacific, the Caribbean and Europe to explore the
most beautiful and exotic islands from around the world. Supermodel
Hunter Reno leads the adventure of a lifetime, from the palm lined
beaches of Fiji to the steamy jungles of Belize, to the glaciers of
Iceland. In addition to spectacular sights and fascinating history,
you will discover the beauty of the people and cultures on these
islands. Exotic Islands is an unforgettable trip to many of the most
amazing places on earth." ($39.95 + $2 shipping)
http://www.travelvideostore.com/site/645186/product/WMEI-VHS-01-GH270
World's most Extic Places - (Box Set) (7 VHS Tapes)
"The World's Most Exotic Places is a remarkable and unique journey
around the planet. This series is perfect for arm-chair travelers,
those parents who want to show their children many of the world's
greatest natural and man-made treasures. This adventure series is a
valuable and entertaining tool.
Brought together in this spectatcular seven part video set are many of
our planet's great cities and countries; beautiful and exotic scenes
of nature and wildlife, powerful and often emotional scenes of many of
the world's fascinating peoples and cultures.
These programs were produced and photographed by international
award-winning video producer, Marlin Darrah, who has traveled to more
than 100 countries and videotaped on all seven continents.
Never before have such powerful images and sounds of world travel for
learning about our planet's people and exotic places been captured so
effectively, so beautifully and so memorably in a video series."
(Price $39.99 + $4 shipping)
http://www.travelvideostore.com/site/645186/product/WMEP-VHS-01-38723
Strange Worlds, Fantastic Places (The Earth, Its Wonders, Its Secrets)
"Description: Strange Worlds, Fantastic Places is full of information
and wonderful vivid photographs on many subjects from Lost Worlds and
Hidden Valleys to The Cauldron of Life and Life In the Shallows.
Diverse pictures are from all over the world. 160 pages, hardcover
from The Reader's Digest." (Price $14.70)
http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?p=1013824&item_no=100710
I hope you'll find a gift from my selection which your mother will
enjoy for Christmas!
If anything is unclear, or a link is broken, or you would like me to
assist you further in any way, please feel free to request
clarification prior to rating answer, and i will gladly assist you in
whatever way i can!
Merry Xmas to you and the family!
regards,
JACKBURTON-ga
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