A Guide to Navajo Weavings (Native American Arts & Crafts) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Robert Jeffries (Author), Robin Stancliff (Author), Linnea Gentry (Author)

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Kent McManis and fellow trader Robert Jeffries have provided us with the definitive introduction to one of the most popular American Indian arts -- Navajo rug weaving. It covers development from the seventeenth century through innovations of the craft today--everything from the classic Chief's Blankets, to the famous Two Grey Hills designs, to the latest in pictorial rugs. Of great help to the new collector is the list of standards in judging the quality of a rug and advice for its proper care. Fully illustrated with stunning examples of over fifty rug types.

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Rio Nuevo Publishers (May 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1887896074
• ISBN-13: 978-1887896078
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #758,894 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for a short pictorial overview of Navajo rugs, February 15, 2001

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Although this book is short on written content, it makes up for its brevity with a great selection of colourful pictures from many Navajo styles. This book focuses on a historic review of styles rather than a "how-to" for new weavers. It's short and it's inexpensive, so don't expect a thorough overview.