Margot Van Voorhies was an American in the mid-twentieth century
who went to Taxco, Mexico, and established a jewelry design
business best known for exquisite enamel work. This fascinating
book relates the pains of her childhood and eventual refuge in
Mexico, where she developed an artistic talent into the Margot de
Taxco workshop, that employed hundreds of artisans, particularly
including women. Her associations with Taxco silversmiths, who were
taught by innovator William Spratling, became the springboard for
her own development and success. Margot's designs are distinctive,
often based on spiral motifs inspired by vines and floral imagery.
Glorious colored enamels in brilliant hues and original designs
distinguish her work. Today, Margot Van Voorhies is considered one
of the most productive silver artists in Taxco of the mid-20th
century. Her legacy is featured here also, in the work of four
contemporary artists who strive to create equally superior modern
silver jewelry in Taxco.
General
| Imprint: |
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
2011 |
| First published: |
September 2010 |
| Authors: |
Penny C Morrill
|
| Dimensions: |
279 x 216 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
|
| Pages: |
200 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-7643-3549-5 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
Antiques & collectables >
General
|
| LSN: |
0-7643-3549-9 |
| Barcode: |
9780764335495 |
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