Oralia Cabrera studies the production and consumption of ritual lapidary objects and textile and ceramic production systems at Teotihuacan. Her recent research addresses the socio-economic integration of low-status sectors of the Teotihuacan society, as well as issues concerning craft production by independent craftspeople.
Research Activity
Cowgill,George Lewis*, Cabrera Cortes,Mercedes Oralia. Craft production in the periphery of Teotihuacan, Mexico. WENNER-GREN FDN(9/1/2004 - 11/30/2006).
Cowgill,George Lewis*, Cabrera Cortes,Mercedes Oralia. Craft Production and Socio-Economic Marginality ont he Periphery of Teotihuacan, Mexico. FDN ADVANCE MESOAMER(3/1/2004 - 3/31/2005).