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The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez,New
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One of the great figures in modern pottery and crafts, Maria Martinez, along with her husband, Julian, perfected the magnificent burnished black ware which is prized by collectors and museums throughout the United States and Europe.Recipient of the Western Heritage Award, The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez chronicles the life and work of this major Native American artistfrom the rediscovery of the ancient blackonblack pottery technique and its perfection to Martinez's rise to prominence. In this intimate portrait, Susan Peterson traces the development of Maria's talent and vision, and records her success in passing on traditional Indian pottery techniques to the next generations. The 200 color and 140 blackandwhite photographs amply document the techniques, the pueblo ambience, and the Martinez family's signature pieces.This book is the culmination of the author's thirtyyear association with Maria and her family. And as the only major book about her since Alice Marriott's classic work in 1948 (reprinted in 1987), its return to print will be welcomed by the thousands of collectors, craftspeople, and historians throughout the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez' about? A: 'The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez' chronicles the life and work of the renowned Native American artist Maria Martinez, highlighting her contributions to modern pottery and the black-on-black pottery technique.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Susan Peterson, who has a thirty-year association with Maria Martinez and her family.
- Q: What type of photographs are included in the book? A: The book features 200 color photographs and 140 black-and-white photographs documenting pottery techniques, the pueblo ambiance, and signature pieces of the Martinez family.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This is a used book in good condition, suitable for collectors and those interested in pottery and Native American art.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez' contains 300 pages of content.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1992.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Living Tradition of Maria Martinez'.
- Q: What recognition has Maria Martinez received? A: Maria Martinez is a recipient of the Western Heritage Award for her contributions to pottery and crafts.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Collectors, craftspeople, and historians interested in Native American art and pottery would benefit from reading this book.