To occupy their time and make a quick dollar, transient people carved out new designs on buffalo nickels. These hobo nickels are a fine representation of American folk art and are a unique (and ...

Instead you’ll find a strong cross-section of folk art’s various forms; from carvings to paintings to sewn crafts. Near the entrance to shop, which stays open longer than the museum itself ...

Famous folk art such as paper tearing, shadow play, embroidery and carving were loved by royalty and common people alike. In ancient times, folk art was treasured in China. But nowadays ...

Shadow puppetry, or piyingxi, means "performance with shadows of leather". Popular in northern Sichuan, particularly around Langzhong, Nanchong and Guang'an, Langzhong shadow puppets are made ...