A Textile Traveler's Guide to Peru & Bolivia - Couverture souple

LeCount Samaké, Cynthia

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1732352852 ISBN 13 : 9781732352858

Editeur : Schiffer Publishing Ltd, 2019

Synopsis

From the marketplace of famed Machu Picchu to the outrageous costumes of Bolivia's Carnival, travel along and discover some of the finest indigenous textiles in South America. A Textile Traveler's Guide to Peru and Bolivia is an excellent resource for markets, festivals, museums, and shops. Geared to independent-minded travelers, this guide presents the safest and most accessible methods of travel, where and when to go, where to stay, and what to eat. Expert advice on what treasures you'll find at each location, how to judge quality textiles, and suggestions for ethical shopping are included. With abundant photographs, this guide celebrates the color, joy, and energy of folklife in Peru and Bolivia.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Cynthia LeCount Samaké is the founder of Behind the Scenes Adventures, a travel company specializing in art and culture tours. Leading several trips each year, she shares her expertise in festival costume and traditional textiles. She has curated multiple exhibitions of traditional textiles and festival dress for museums and galleries. More than a decade of research in Peru and Bolivia resulted in her highly acclaimed book Andean Folk Knitting: Traditions and Techniques from Peru and Bolivia. In between textile adventures, she makes her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2019
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1732352852
• ISBN 13: 9781732352858
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 152
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible