Indian Arts is a fascinating introduction to the arts and crafts reflected in the material culture of North American Indians. Knowledge of the skills and techniques developed by the various tribes, and the fine materials produced provides a key to understanding the rich diversity of native cultures. Packed with information and authentic full-color illustrations, this handsome guide will be welcomed by everyone interested in American cultural history.
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Golden Guides first appeared in 1949 and quickly established themselves as authorities on subjects from Natural History to Science. Relaunched in 2000, Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press feature modern, new covers as part of a multi-year, million-dollar program to revise, update, and expand the complete line of guides for a new generation of students.
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Very nice resource on Native American Arts,
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Detailed drawings depict types and qualities of the multitudes of crafts of varying tribes. As an artist, it is important to see the finishing details of clothing and basket weaves, etc., such as how the pueblo wind their boots around their legs and tie them, or the type of weaving patterns in their clothing. There are many illustrations of tools, potteries, weapons, etc., how they were made and how to identify between the various tribes and time periods, identifying the various cultures as well. Very descriptive narratives. This is a simple, usable and thorough resource. Very interesting. Good for children and adults alike.
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small encyclopedia,
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I liked it very much; small, easy to read and to understand ; answers the questions who, where, how, when,and is realy fully illustrated
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When searching for "guides" to various subjects, the Golden Guides are often overlooked in favor of more expensive books. That would be a mistake, especially in the case of this Guide to North American Indian Arts. While available space necessarily eliminates some things, it is hard to imagine a better introduction to the different types of pottery, basketry and general material culture found among Native Americans than you will find in this little volume. I'm particularly impressed with the information on the different basket-weaving patterns found among the tribal cultures. I would recommend it to parents seeking reliable information for their children's school reports, but I would also encourage adults who like collecting in this field to consider this book. It gives good basic information, and has the added advantage of fitting in your pocket.
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THE ARTS OF A PEOPLE are the skills and techniques they employ in making and using their tools, implements and ornaments. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
false embroidery, wrap twine, twined baskets, coiled baskets, fine baskets, pack baskets, incised designs, cedar bark, trade cloth Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Northwest Coast, North America, Rio Grande, Columbia River, Ohio Valley, Pacific Coast, Puget Sound, Pueblo Indians New!
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THE ARTS OF A PEOPLE are the skills and techniques they employ in making and using their tools, implements and ornaments. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
false embroidery, wrap twine, twined baskets, coiled baskets, fine baskets, pack baskets, incised designs, cedar bark, trade cloth Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Northwest Coast, North America, Rio Grande, Columbia River, Ohio Valley, Pacific Coast, Puget Sound, Pueblo Indians New!
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