[audiobook] The Berkeley Plato: From Neglected Relic to Ancient Treasure; An Archaeological Detective Story by Stephen G. Miller in Arts-Photography

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Mission style conjures up the cultures of Morocco and North Africa; Spain; and Mexico. It blends seamlessly with the artistic genius of southwestern; Native American; and a utopian Californian vision. In looking at the style; it is difficult to remember that the Pueblo Indians first crafted expressions of Spanish Mission architecture under the supervision of Franciscan friars in the 1600s.Even if the Pueblos didnrsquo;t recognize the timeless beauty they created; we recognize it now; and this book artfully puts it into perspective. Picking up where Elmo Bacarsquo;s Rio Grande High Style left off; this book focuses solely on Mission style and goes into vivid detail both historical and current. The stylish interiors; beautiful gardens; solid furnishings; and graceful architecture continue to make an impact today.Elmo Baca is the author of Rio Grande High Style: Furniture Craftsman; Native American Style; Santa Fe Design; and Mabelrsquo;s Santa Fe and Taos. A historic preservationist; he has been directly involved in the rehabilitation of twenty buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Currently director of Community Development for the State of New Mexico; he is a frequent contributor to West; Southwest Art; and New Mexico magazines.