Mothering Myths: An ABC of Art, Birth and Care Textiles following little clues and traces

following little clues and traces of magic

Gentle enough for children

Measures at 7 x 7

this underground adventure is sure to charm and delight

Mothering Myths: An ABC of Art, Birth and Care Textiles following little clues and tracesRooted in the visual arts, this book gathers a multitude of voices on the theme of motherhood. Though central to the core of all life, the topic of motherhood has long been relegated to the private domain. Within the art world, depictions of motherhood have also been fraught. From the Middle Ages to the 20th century, Mary was depicted as the primal mother. Mothers were idealized in Western art, often as women who sacrifice themselves for the good of