Author: James B. Petersen
Publisher: Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN: 9780870499159
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This collection of essays chronicles the diversity and richness of one broad category of traditional material culture - fiber industries or textiles - among prehistoric and historic Native Americans in eastern North America. Such industries, which include basketry, fabrics, cordage, and netting, played an important role in the economic, social, and ceremonial life of indigenous cultures. However, because of the extreme age of the artifacts, their fragile nature, and unfavorable preservation conditions, knowledge of these industries has long been incomplete - resulting in a gap in scholarship that this volume does much to address.
A Most Indispensable Art
Author: James B. Petersen
Publisher: Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN: 9780870499159
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This collection of essays chronicles the diversity and richness of one broad category of traditional material culture - fiber industries or textiles - among prehistoric and historic Native Americans in eastern North America. Such industries, which include basketry, fabrics, cordage, and netting, played an important role in the economic, social, and ceremonial life of indigenous cultures. However, because of the extreme age of the artifacts, their fragile nature, and unfavorable preservation conditions, knowledge of these industries has long been incomplete - resulting in a gap in scholarship that this volume does much to address.
Publisher: Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN: 9780870499159
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This collection of essays chronicles the diversity and richness of one broad category of traditional material culture - fiber industries or textiles - among prehistoric and historic Native Americans in eastern North America. Such industries, which include basketry, fabrics, cordage, and netting, played an important role in the economic, social, and ceremonial life of indigenous cultures. However, because of the extreme age of the artifacts, their fragile nature, and unfavorable preservation conditions, knowledge of these industries has long been incomplete - resulting in a gap in scholarship that this volume does much to address.
Are the Arts Essential?
Author: Alberta Arthurs
Publisher: NYU Press
ISBN: 1479812625
Category : ART
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
"Twenty-seven contributors--artists, cultural professionals, scholars, a journalist, grantmakers--were asked this question: 'Are the arts essential?' In response, they offer deep and challenging answers applying the lenses of the arts, and those of the sciences, the humanities, public policy, and philanthropy. Playing so many parts, situated in so many places, these writers illustrate the ubiquity of the arts and culture in the United States. They draw from the performing arts and the visual arts, from poetry and literature, and from culture in our everyday lived experiences. The arts, they remind readers, are everywhere, and--in one way and another--touch everyone"--
Publisher: NYU Press
ISBN: 1479812625
Category : ART
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
"Twenty-seven contributors--artists, cultural professionals, scholars, a journalist, grantmakers--were asked this question: 'Are the arts essential?' In response, they offer deep and challenging answers applying the lenses of the arts, and those of the sciences, the humanities, public policy, and philanthropy. Playing so many parts, situated in so many places, these writers illustrate the ubiquity of the arts and culture in the United States. They draw from the performing arts and the visual arts, from poetry and literature, and from culture in our everyday lived experiences. The arts, they remind readers, are everywhere, and--in one way and another--touch everyone"--
The Most Important Art
Author: Mira Liehm
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520041288
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520041288
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
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Author: Henry George Bohn
Publisher:
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Category : Catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
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Author: John EDDOWES (Journalist.)
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
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ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Art That Changed the World
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465421203
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Experience the uplifting power of art on this breathtaking visual tour of 2,500 paintings and sculptures created by more than 700 artists from Michelangelo to Damien Hirst. This beautiful book brings you the very best of world art from cave paintings to Neoexpressionism. Enjoy iconic must-see works, such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies and discover less familiar artists and genres from all parts of the globe. Art That Changed the World covers the full sweep of world art, including the Ming era in China, and Japanese, Hindu, and Indigenous Australian art. It analyses recurring themes such as love and religion, explaining key genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art. Art That Changed the World explores each artist's key works and vision, showing details of their technique, such as Leonardo's use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manet's Le Dejeuner sur l'herbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalized society, and traces how one genre informed another - showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, and how Van Gogh was influenced by Japanese prints. Lavishly illustrated throughout, look no further for your essential guide to the pantheon of world art.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465421203
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Experience the uplifting power of art on this breathtaking visual tour of 2,500 paintings and sculptures created by more than 700 artists from Michelangelo to Damien Hirst. This beautiful book brings you the very best of world art from cave paintings to Neoexpressionism. Enjoy iconic must-see works, such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies and discover less familiar artists and genres from all parts of the globe. Art That Changed the World covers the full sweep of world art, including the Ming era in China, and Japanese, Hindu, and Indigenous Australian art. It analyses recurring themes such as love and religion, explaining key genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art. Art That Changed the World explores each artist's key works and vision, showing details of their technique, such as Leonardo's use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manet's Le Dejeuner sur l'herbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalized society, and traces how one genre informed another - showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, and how Van Gogh was influenced by Japanese prints. Lavishly illustrated throughout, look no further for your essential guide to the pantheon of world art.
Painting in Watercolor
Author: David Webb
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781770857384
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Comprehensive guidance for anyone painting in watercolor, from beginners up.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781770857384
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Comprehensive guidance for anyone painting in watercolor, from beginners up.