Name/Title
Arts & crafts of South AmericaEntry/Object ID
NK889.D38Description
Combining historical perspectives and cultural insights with descriptions of present-day techniques, the authors examine the full range of this vast area's indigenous arts and crafts: contemporary pottery inspired by ancient cultures, such as the Moche; jewelry and metal work in a multitude of forms; enduring textile traditions of the Wayuu, Aymara, and Kuna Indians; painting on clay, leather, and glass; wood carving and decoration of dried gourds; and other extraordinary crafts from around the continent.Collection
Carol Westfall CollectionLexicon
Search Terms
folk art--south america, handicraft--south americaBook Details
Author
Lucy Davies, Mo FiniPublisher
Chronicle BooksDate Published
1995Call No.
NK889.D38ISBN
811808378, 9780811808378LCCN
95167710Notes
Length: 160General Notes
Note Type
ContentsNote
Introduction ---
A craft miscellany ---
Textiles and costumes ---
Jewelry and metalwork ---
Basketry, hats and bags ---
Poetry.