Download or read book The Art of Contemporary Woven Paper Basketry written by Dorothy McGuinness and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Indian Basket Weaving written by Navajo School of Indian Basketry and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-11-07 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The methods of Indian basket weaving explained in this excellent manual are the very ones employed by native practitioners of the craft. members of the Navajo School of Basketry have set down their secrets in clear and simple language, enabling even the beginner to create work that can rival theirs in grace, design, and usefulness. Beginning with basic techniques, choice of materials, preparation of the reed, splicing, the introduction of color, principles and methods of design, shaping the basket and weaves from many cultures, such as Lazy Squaw, Mariposa, Taos, Samoan, Klikitat, and Shilo, each accompanied by specific instructions. There are suggestions for the weaving of shells, beads, feathers, fan palms, date palms, and even pine needles, and recipes for the preparation of dyes. Examples of each type of basket are illustrated by photographs, often taken from more than one angle so that the bottom can be seen as well as the top and sides. Close-up photography of the various types of stitching, especially at the crucial stage of beginning the basket, is an invaluable aid to the weaver. In addition, the authors have provided line drawings which are exceptionally clear magnifications of the various weave patterns. Anyone who follows the lessons contained in this book will have a knowledge of basketry unattainable in any other way. They are so lucid and complete that the amateur as well as the experienced weaver will be able to manufacture baskets distinguishable from authentic native articles only in that they were not woven by Indians. For those who merely seek a broader knowledge of American Indian arts, the book provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of basketry.
Download or read book Baleen Basketry of the North Alaskan Eskimo written by Molly Lee and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First made for the tourist trade in the early 20th century, baskets made of a fibrous substance called baleen--found in the mouths of plankton-eating whales--are now prized as Native art. Originally published in 1983, this was the first book on this unusual basket form. This completely redesigned edition remains the most informative work on baleen baskets, covering their history, characteristics, and construction, as well as profiling their makers. 48 illustrations.
Download or read book Woven Identities written by Valerie K. Verzuh and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique collection of recipes from the Yucatán region of Mexico, from home kitchens and rural market towns.
Download or read book The Basket Book written by Lyn Siler and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 1988 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is nothing like the satisfaction of owning a beautiful handmade basket. They brighten any room, are useful around any home, and make cherished heirloom gifts. This magnificent collection of over 30 baskets draws on the long, rich tradition of basketmaking and uses a variety of fascinating techniques and easy-to-find materials. In a matter of hours, you can proudly produce a handsome basket that will be admired for generations to come. You'll appreciate the step-by-step instructions, including over 400 illustrations, colorful full-page photos and helpful hints and suggestions. Gorgeous watercolors of baskets are interspersed throughout, making this book as beautiful as it is useful. Book jacket.
Download or read book Essential Art written by Brian Bibby and published by Heyday Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A treasury of selected pieces from the California Indian Heritage Center, this collection reflects the scale and scope of baskets created by nearly every weaving tradition in Cali-fornia over the last century . This book conveys the dual nature of beauty and practicality that baskets presented as a part of daily life and as a growing example of unique art - a careful selection of the best, beautifully presented.
Download or read book Pima indian basketry written by H Thomas Cain and published by Hassell Street Press. This book was released on 2021-09-09 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book The Art of Basketry written by Kari Lonning and published by . This book was released on 2006-07 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find out what goes into creating beautiful baskets -- the world's oldest handcraft & an extraordinary art. Whether you want to learn the fundamentals or thoroughly look into the process, this book tells you everything you need to know. Beyond the basics of techniques & materials, it gives you a rare glimpse into the artistry of 24 renowned basket makers; & illustrates their work. Begin with the two techniques that are the initial approaches to weaving your baskets & that will enable you to vary their size, shape, & width. Advance to more complex ones, such as the grid, to build your own artistic interpretations -- color photos & instructions make them simple to understand. Also, see how contemporary artists work, & what they have to say. Illus.
Download or read book Hopi Basket Weaving written by Helga Teiwes and published by . This book was released on 1996-10 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "With the inborn wisdom that has guided them for so long through so many obstacles, Hopi men and women perpetuate their proven rituals, strongly encouraging those who attempt to neglect or disrespect their obligations to uphold them. One of these obligations is to respect the flora and fauna of our planet. The Hopi closeness to the Earth is represented in all the arts of all three mesas, whether in clay or natural fibers. What clay is to a potter's hands, natural fibers are to a basket weaver." —from the Introduction Rising dramatically from the desert floor, Arizona's windswept mesas have been home to the Hopis for hundreds of years. A people known for protecting their privacy, these Native Americans also have a long and less known tradition of weaving baskets and plaques. Generations of Hopi weavers have passed down knowledge of techniques and materials from the plant world around them, from mother to daughter, granddaughter, or niece. This book is filled with photographs and detailed descriptions of their beautiful baskets—the one art, above all others, that creates the strongest social bonds in Hopi life. In these pages, weavers open their lives to the outside world as a means of sharing an art form especially demanding of time and talent. The reader learns how plant materials are gathered in canyons and creek bottoms, close to home and far away. The long, painstaking process of preparation and dying is followed step by step. Then, using techniques of coiled, plaited, or wicker basketry, the weaving begins. Underlying the stories of baskets and their weavers is a rare glimpse of what is called "the Hopi Way," a life philosophy that has strengthened and sustained the Hopi people through centuries of change. Many other glimpses of the Hopi world are also shared by author and photographer Helga Teiwes, who was warmly invited into the homes of her collaborators. Their permission and the permission of the Cultural Preservation Office of the Hopi Tribe gave her access to people and information seldom available to outsiders. Teiwes was also granted access to some of the ceremonial observances where baskets are preeminent. Woven in brilliant reds, greens, and yellows as well as black and white, Hopi weavings, then, not only are an arresting art form but also are highly symbolic of what is most important in Hopi life. In the women's basket dance, for example, woven plaques commemorate and honor the Earth and the perpetuation of life. Other plaques play a role in the complicated web of Hopi social obligation and reciprocity. Living in a landscape of almost surreal form and color, Hopi weavers are carrying on one of the oldest arts traditions in the world. Their stories in Hopi Basket Weaving will appeal to collectors, artists and craftspeople, and anyone with an interest in Native American studies, especially Native American arts. For the traveler or general reader, the book is an invitation to enter a little-known world and to learn more about an art form steeped in meaning and stunning in its beauty.
Download or read book Basket Weavers for the California Curio Trade written by Marvin Cohodas and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 1997-11 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The peoples of northwestern Califonia's Lower Klamath River area have long been known for their fine basketry. Two early-twentieth-century weavers of that region, Elizabeth Hickox and her daughter Louise, created especially distinctive baskets that are celebrated today for their elaboration of technique, form, and surface designs. Marvin Cohodas now explores the various forces that influenced Elizabeth Hickox, analyzing her relationship with the curio trade, and specifically with dealer Grace Nicholson, to show how those associations affected the development and marketing of baskets. He explains the techniques and patterns that Hickox created to meet the challenge of weaving design into changig three-dimensional forms. In addition to explicating the Hickoxes' basketry, Cohodas interprets its uniqueness as a form of intersocietal art, showing how Elizabeth first designed her distinctive trinket basket to convey a particular view of the curio trade and its effect on status within her community. Through its close examination of these superb practitioners of basketry, Basket Weavers for the California Curio Trade addresses many of today's most pressing questions in Native American art studies concerning individuality, patronage, and issues of authenticity. Graced with historic photographs and full-color plates, it reveals the challenges faced by early-twentieth-century Native weavers. "Extremely well written and based on an impressive amount of archival research. . . . It skillfully interweaves biography, rigorous stylistic analysis, and social history into an impressive story."--Janet Berlo, editor, The Early Years of Native American Art History Published with the assistance of The Southwest Museum, Los Angeles.
Download or read book The Art of Basketry written by Kari Lønning and published by Chapelle. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See:
Download or read book Basketry written by Bryan Sentance and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basketry explores in depth the techniques and materials used to construct baskets around the world, demystifying basketry and giving a basis for understanding, appreciating and identifying the baskets of the world. Copious colour photographs, diagrams and archive photography of international basketry provide a rich source of comparison and reference.
Download or read book The Fine Art of California Indian Basketry written by Brian Bibby and published by Heyday Books. This book was released on 1996 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents over sixty examples of beautiful California Indian basketry, with commentary upon each basket by native basketweavers, scholars, and California Indian artists in other media.
Download or read book Decorative Art and Basketry of the Cherokee written by Frank Gouldsmith Speck and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Basketry Technology written by J. M. Adovasio and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-09-16 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basketry Technology, first published in 1977, is the only comprehensive guide for archaeologists, anthropologists, art historians, and collectors for identifying and analyzing ancient baskets and basket fragments. Long out of print, this volume is again available with an extensive new introduction by the original author that summarizes the extensive work done in this area over the past 35 years. The volume describes proper field and lab techniques for recovery of specimens and offers a systematic methodology for identifying and interpreting twined, coiled, and plaited basket samples. It then uses Canyon de Chelly as an example of how to process a large basketry assemblage properly. In addition to 200 illustrations, the book includes a variety of sample forms to use in describing and analyzing ancient baskets.
Download or read book The Art and the Romance of Indian Basketry written by Clark Field and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-19 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clark Field's 'The Art and the Romance of Indian Basketry' is a comprehensive guide to the intricate art of Indian basket weaving. Field explores the history, techniques, and cultural significance of various basketry styles, providing detailed instructions and illustrations for novice weavers. The book is written in a clear and engaging style that appeals to both scholars and hobbyists interested in traditional Native American crafts. Field's attention to detail and passion for the subject shines through in every page, making this book a valuable resource for anyone fascinated by the beauty and craftsmanship of Indian basketry. This work not only celebrates the artistry of basket weaving but also serves as a tribute to the cultural heritage of indigenous communities across North America. Field's deep knowledge and experience in the field of Native American art make him the perfect author to undertake such an ambitious project. His dedication to preserving and sharing traditional weaving techniques is evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art, culture, and history.
Download or read book Spruce Root Basketry of the Haida and Tlingit written by Sharon Busby and published by Lucia Marquand Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: His photographs also portray contemporary baskets made by weavers who are a living part of a long tradition.".
