Spectacular photographs of the breathtaking beautiful objects and sensitive portraits of the artists combine with an insightful, informative text to capture the spirit of this work and the vital cultures from which it springs.

This ground-breaking volume opens by surveying the vividly colored necklaces, earrings, and pins made in shell and stone from prehistoric times to the present, particularly in the Santo Domingo and Zuni pueblos. The focus then shifts to the much-admired and avidly collected work in silver -- often set with turquoise and other stones -- by Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni artists. The book culminates in an exploration of striking contemporary work in which many artists have adapted traditional approaches to create original designs. A collector's guide offers invaluable advice as well as an illustrated glossary of materials, techniques, objects, and designs. A nationwide directory of sources concludes the book.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Abbeville Press
Published: 07/01/1992
ISBN: 9781558592827
Pages: 240
Weight: 3.19lbs
Size: 9.34h x 10.59w x 1.02d

Review Citations: Booklist 12/01/1992 pg. 641
Booklist 10/01/1993 pg. 238
Library Journal 12/01/1992