MARC Record from Library of Congress

LEADER: 01705cam a2200289 a 4500
001 2010026202
003 DLC
005 20110415085709.0
008 100629s2010 ncua b 001 0 eng
010 $a 2010026202
020 $a9780786443994 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)
020 $a0786443995 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)
035 $a(OCoLC)ocn645708274
040 $aDLC$cDLC$dYDX$dYDXCP$dCDX$dBWX$dUPP$dDLC
050 00 $aPN2071.M37$bB45 2010
082 00 $a646.4/78$222
100 1 $aBell, Deborah.
245 10 $aMask makers and their craft :$ban illustrated worldwide study /$cDeborah Bell.
260 $aJefferson, N.C. :$bMcFarland & Co.,$cc2010.
300 $axi, 236, [16] p. :$bill. (some col.) ;$c27 cm.
520 $a"This book explores the motivations and challenges of artists working to bring the traditional methods and conventions of mask making. Topics include the ways in which mask artists and performers maintain a sense of universality despite varying customs; and the ways in which traditional approaches in mask artistry continue to influence commercial mask performance ventures"--Provided by publisher.
504 $aIncludes bibliographical references (p. 223-227) and index.
505 0 $aIntroduction -- The traditional mask in performance -- Describing and displaying the work of traditional mask makers -- Mask making techniques -- Insights of international mask makers -- Influences on mask making for contemporary masked performances -- Commercial mask makers and traditional mythic concepts -- New global directions for mask makers -- Conclusion.
650 0 $aMasks.
650 0 $aMask makers.
650 0 $aTheater.
650 0 $aPerforming arts.