Folklore: Polish Folk Culture | 2001

Description

Book Title: Folklor: Polska Kultura Ludowa
Translation: Folklore: Polish Folk Culture
Author: Andzrej Rataj
Language(s): Polish and English
Published: Krakow, Poland – 2001
Format & Size: Hardcover w/ Dust Jacket – 11″ x 12″
Pages: 142
Book Condition: Good – minor bump to front cover corner
Dust Jacket Condition: Good – small tear on back
Description: Beautiful album showcasing the traditional folk arts and crafts of Poland. Illustrated with hundreds of color photographs with captions in both Polish and English. Includes regional architecture, painted and carved furniture, clocks, ceramic tiles, pottery, household wooden objects, iron locks and decorations, costume, embroidery, textiles, foil creches, folk jewelry, musical instruments, wooden Catholic host makers (for oplatki), pisanki (Easter eggs), toys, wood and glass painting, folk icons, religious carving, wycinanki (paper cuts), and more.