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Book Synopsis Fine Indian Jewelry of the Southwest by : Shelby Jo-Anne Tisdale
Download or read book Fine Indian Jewelry of the Southwest written by Shelby Jo-Anne Tisdale and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New Mexico art patron Millicent Rogers (1902-1953) was a passionate collector who assembled a stellar collection of Navajo and Zuni silver and turquoise, Hopi silverwork, and Pueblo stone and shell jewellery during the late 1940s and early 1950s when fine late-nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century work could still be found. Her collection provided the foundation for what has become one of America's most important repositories for the aesthetic achievements of Native American artists oft he Southwest: The Millicent Rogers Museum.
Book Synopsis Southwest Silver Jewelry by : Paula A. Baxter
Download or read book Southwest Silver Jewelry written by Paula A. Baxter and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautiful book examines the first century of Navajo and Pueblo metal jewelry-making in the American Southwest. Beginning in the late 1860s, the region's native peoples learned metalworking and united it with a traditon of beads and ornaments made from turquoise and other natural materials. The cross-cultural appeal of this jewelry continued into the mid-1900s, and by the 1950s and 1960s masters created a legacy of fine art jewelry that is prized today.
Download or read book Turquoise Trail written by Carol Karasik and published by . This book was released on 1993-10-05 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of 146 stunning colorplates shows turquoise in the context in which it is worn and used today. Images depict Native American rituals, daily life, pow-wows, rodeas, portraits, and the landscape and ruins of the Southwest, as well as some of the finest pieces made in the last 50 years.
Book Synopsis Skystone and Silver by : Carl Rosnek
Download or read book Skystone and Silver written by Carl Rosnek and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Southwestern Indian Jewelry by : Dexter Cirillo
Download or read book Southwestern Indian Jewelry written by Dexter Cirillo and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dazzling exploration of both traditional and contemporary jewelry. Spectacular photographs of the beautiful jewelry and sensitive portraits of the artists combine with an insightful, informative text to capture the spirit of this work and of the cultures from which it springs. Includes a collector's guide and a directory of sources. 210 illustrations, 155 in full color.
Author :Georgiana Kennedy Simpson Publisher :Western National Parks Association ISBN 13 :9781583690000 Total Pages :54 pages Book Rating :4.6/5 (9 download)
Book Synopsis A Guide to Indian Jewelry of the Southwest by : Georgiana Kennedy Simpson
Download or read book A Guide to Indian Jewelry of the Southwest written by Georgiana Kennedy Simpson and published by Western National Parks Association. This book was released on 1999 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third in our series of best-selling guides to collectible Indian crafts. Features bright, clear photographs of work by Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Santo Domingo artists. Brief text details the meticulous tasks these artists perform to create a southwestern style of wearable art.
Book Synopsis Indian Jewelry of the American Southwest by : William A. Turnbaugh
Download or read book Indian Jewelry of the American Southwest written by William A. Turnbaugh and published by Schiffer Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2006-09-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 125 vivid color photos display groups of Indian-made wrought silver, turquoise, shell, and coral jewelry brought together from the American Southwest. The authors explore the diversity of this handcrafted jewelry from historic collections as well as those available today on reservations. Includes products of Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Rio Grande Pueblo artisans.
Book Synopsis Southwestern Indian Jewelry by : Dexter Cirillo
Download or read book Southwestern Indian Jewelry written by Dexter Cirillo and published by Abbeville Publishing Group. This book was released on 1992 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the rich diversity of jewelry made by the Native Americans of the Southwest.
Book Synopsis North American Indian Jewelry and Adornment by : Lois Sherr Dubin
Download or read book North American Indian Jewelry and Adornment written by Lois Sherr Dubin and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2003-06-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the traditional adornment of North American Indians, covering the furs of the subarctic, the shells of the woodland tribes, the plateau area beadwork, the Northwest Coast jewelers, and the turquoise of the Southwest.
Book Synopsis Indian Silver Jewelry of the Southwest, 1868-1930 by : Larry Frank
Download or read book Indian Silver Jewelry of the Southwest, 1868-1930 written by Larry Frank and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 1990-01 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This splendidly illustrated volume celebrates the historic silver and turquoise jewelry of the Navajo and Pueblo Indians. A classic, it presents over 300 superb objects that are usually hidden from view in museum storerooms and private collections across the U.S. Here are 253 close-up photographs of conchas, necklaces, bracelets, rings, hair ornaments, bridles, and other pieces.
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Book Synopsis Evolving Southwest Indian Jewelry by : Nancy N. Schiffer
Download or read book Evolving Southwest Indian Jewelry written by Nancy N. Schiffer and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 2003 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new book is a classic study of Southwest Native American jewelry that documents the fascinating story of evolving designs and techniques from early traders and artists up to the present. The concise yet highly informative text accompanies over 500 color photographs of silver, turquoise, shell, and gold jewelry. Here is a chronological progression of Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Pueblo belts, buckles, bracelets, necklaces, mens jewelry, earrings, and pins from the late 19th century to the present. Classic styles are shown to have evolved as new materials, techniques, and uses developed. Many contemporary artists are showcased, bringing this important study right up to date.
Book Synopsis Contemporary Southwestern Jewelry by : Diana F. Pardue
Download or read book Contemporary Southwestern Jewelry written by Diana F. Pardue and published by Gibbs Smith. This book was released on 2007 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contemporary Southwestern Jewelry reveals the captivating history of the art of American Indian jewelry making, uncovering the ancient techniques, tools, and materials that have made contemporary southwestern jewelry what it is today. Revolutionists such as Hopi artist Charles Loloma, Navajo silversmith Kenneth Begay, Mexican/Mission jeweler Preston Monongye, and other jewelers began using varied materials and techniques traditionally unknown to the southwest. Pardue has researched the history and contemporary forms of metalworking, gems, stone patterning, and more, plus has dedicated a portion of the book to emerging artists whose work is capturing attention today. As you explore Contemporary Southwestern Jewelry's stunning photography, let the art speak to you of how it came to be and what it represents, echoing a similar message still told by traditional Native American jewelry
Book Synopsis Jewelry by Southwest American Indians by : Nancy Schiffer
Download or read book Jewelry by Southwest American Indians written by Nancy Schiffer and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 1990 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fascinating evolution of jewelry designs by Indian artists of the American Southwest is documented in this exciting book. The concise yet highly informative text accompanies color photos of this jewelry. Silver, shell, turquoise, gold, diamonds, and other exotic materials are shown beautifully used in belts, buckles, bracelets, necklaces, men's jewelry, earrings, and pins.
Book Synopsis Southwestern Indian Bracelets by : Paula A. Baxter
Download or read book Southwestern Indian Bracelets written by Paula A. Baxter and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This design history of Southwestern Indian bracelets examines their start in 1868 up through 1970, and the post-1980 legacy that honors those first 100 years. More than 360 color photos illustrate the history. The book begins by examining sources for designs and how styles came into being, followed by a look at historic, vintage, curio, and post-1980 bracelets that reflect the new Native Style. Learn how Native Americans have always made essential contributions to design by tracking ongoing craft innovation and social change, and how popular culture impacts the individual artists who create this jewelry form. Whether featured on eBay, sold on QVC's home shopping channel, or seen in the pages of O, The Oprah Magazine, old and new Southwestern Indian cuff bracelets are an integral part of today's finest jewelry-making.
Book Synopsis Southwestern Indian Rings by : Paula A. Baxter
Download or read book Southwestern Indian Rings written by Paula A. Baxter and published by Schiffer Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a fascinating variety of American Indian rings from the southwestern United States shown in more than 350 color photos, this book provides a design history of these rings, beginning with pre-contact artifacts and continuing through to contemporary artistic innovations. The text surveys key developments in Native American ring design; materials and methods of construction; definitions for historical and vintage rings; master innovators; and the transition from craft to wearable art since 1980. Shortly after the Civil War, Native American artisans began making silver rings set with turquoise, coral, jet, mother-of-pearl, and colored shell, adding lapis, malachite, onyx, and petrified wood over the decades. More recently, artisans began utilizing gold and such non-traditional settings as opals and diamonds, among others. Works by Navajo (also known as Din) and Pueblo artists are featured, although Apache, Northern Cheyenne, and Sonoran Desert Native jewelers are also included. A guide to valuation issues and resources is offered for collectors.
Book Synopsis Turquoise Jewelry of the Indians of the Southwest by : Edna Mae Bennett
Download or read book Turquoise Jewelry of the Indians of the Southwest written by Edna Mae Bennett and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Given in memory of Ethel A. Tsutsui, Ph. D. and Minoru Tsutsui, Ph. D.
