Handmade in Mexico

2017•30m

Documentary

An intricate look at the creation process of three Mexican art forms.

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Production

BBC

Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

December 4, 2017

Last Aired

December 18, 2017

Networks

BBC Four

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Huipil

Air date: 2017-12-04

A look at the creation of a huipil, a loose-fitting tunic crafted by Zapotec women.

Tree of Life

Air date: 2017-12-11

A clay sculpture originally intended to teach Bible stories to indigenous people.

Alebrijes

Air date: 2017-12-18

Fantastical creatures, carved from copal wood and decorated in detailed paintwork.

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