Artisans of Trabajo Rústico: The Legacy of Dionicio Rodríguez (Volume 19) (Rio Grande/Río Bravo: Borderlands Culture and Traditions)
$29.05
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Book Synopsis: As documented in Patsy Pittman Light’s award-winning book, Capturing Nature, Mexican artisan Dionicio Rodríguez arrived in San Antonio in the 1920s and created concrete bus stop shelters, park benches, footbridges, and other structures in the style known as faux bois, or trabajo rústico. Following on the success of that previous work, Light, with photographer and artist Kent Rush, presents a comprehensive look at the legacy of Rodríguez as reflected in the works of those whom he trained, mentored, or influenced.
Rodríguez captured nature in his work, but he also continues to capture our imagination. Drawing these artistic creations out of the urban landscape, Artisans of Trabajo Rústico makes the nearly invisible fully visible to the critic, the historian, and especially to the casual viewer. Light asserts that San Antonio has the largest concentration of this art form in the country and includes copious full-color photography of the work of Rodríguez and other artisans.
This handsomely illustrated and painstakingly documented work offers the broadest possible panorama for the craft and endearing familiarity of this form. Inspired by nature, built by hand, and placed in the service of the public, these “rustic works” continue to provide enjoyment, convenience, and a touch of artistic elegance to public and private landscapes in San Antonio and beyond. Light and Rush’s work affords a fresh and wide-ranging look at this important artisanal tradition.
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Experience the rich legacy of Dionicio Rodríguez with Artisans of Trabajo Rústico: The Legacy of Dionicio Rodríguez (Volume 19) (Rio Grande/Río Bravo: Borderlands Culture and Traditions). This captivating book by Patsy Pittman Light takes you into the world of Mexican artisan Dionicio Rodríguez, who arrived in San Antonio in the 1920s and left a lasting impact on the city's landscape. With concrete bus stop shelters, park benches, footbridges, and more, Rodríguez's work in the style known as faux bois, or trabajo rústico, captured nature and our imaginations.
Building on the success of her award-winning book, Capturing Nature, Light collaborates with photographer and artist Kent Rush to present a comprehensive exploration of Rodríguez's legacy. Through the works of those trained, mentored, or influenced by Rodríguez, Artisans of Trabajo Rústico uncovers the hidden beauty of this art form and brings it to light. With a focus on the thriving scene in San Antonio, this book showcases stunning full-color photography of Rodríguez's work and the works of other artisans.
This beautifully illustrated and meticulously documented book offers a wide-ranging perspective on the craft and the endearing familiarity of trabajo rústico. Inspired by nature, built by hand, and serving the public, these rustic works bring joy, convenience, and artistic elegance to both public and private spaces in San Antonio and beyond. Dive into the world of this important artisanal tradition with Light and Rush's fascinating work.
Ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of trabajo rústico? Click here to get your copy of Artisans of Trabajo Rústico: The Legacy of Dionicio Rodríguez (Volume 19) (Rio Grande/Río Bravo: Borderlands Culture and Traditions) today!
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