Woven Lives: Contemporary Textiles from Ancient Oaxacan Traditions

Alternative title: Vidas Enretejidas
Synopsis: Examines how traditional art and design play an active role in the cultural sustainability of the Zapotec communities in Oaxaca. Traces the development of the weaving process from the first people in the valley to the present day, blending the perspectives of art, design, business, history, ethnic studies and cultural anthropology. While the textiles are the centrepiece of the film, it highlights the life around the production that creates a sense of connection to the culture, the community, the past and the future.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of release: 2012
Year of production: 2010
Subjects: Anthropology; Crafts
Keywords: ethnography; Indians of North & South America; Mexico; textiles; weaving

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