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Folk Art of Mexico highlights
two collections: Oaxacan wood carvings from the Dr. & Mrs.
Frank Ma Collection of Alebrijes and the Scott and Sandra Anderson
Collection of Papier-Mâchés. |
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| Where: |
Atrium Gallery, Pollak Library, Cal State Fullerton |
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| When: |
Through Sept. 30
9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays
Noon-5 p.m. Saturdays
Closed Sundays, through Aug. 24, thereafter, open noon-5 p.m.
(Please note, gallery will be closed July 4 and Aug. 23) |
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| Public Information: |
657-278-7160 |
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| Oaxacan Fantasy: |
Created by village artisans around Oaxaca City
in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, the colorful and detailed wood
carvings, or alebrijes (nightmare or dream animals), were originally
inspired by the unusually twisted and gnarled branches of the
copal trees that appeared in a dreamer’s mind as fantasy
animals and creatures. Although Oaxaca has been known for its
centuries-old craft tradition, the relatively recent (about
50 years) introduction of alebrijes has created a worldwide
frenzy among folk art collectors. Approximately 46 pieces from
the Dr. & Mrs. Frank Ma Collection of Alebrijes will be
exhibited. |
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| Sculpting with Paper: |
Donated to the university by alumna Sandra Anderson
and her husband, the Scott and Sandra Anderson Collection of
Papier-Mâchés spotlights the craftsmanship of Mexican
papier-mâché artists, whose works depict birds,
other animals and suns. |
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| Photos: |
Images of several alebrijes can be downloaded
from the campus website at www.fullerton.edu/newsphotos/. |
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| Media Contacts: |
Veronica Chiang, director of exhibitions, at
657-278-2990 or vchiang@fullerton.edu
Gail Matsunaga, Public Affairs, at 657-278-4851 or gmatsunaga@fullerton.edu |
