The Navajo and Pueblo silversmiths
by Adair, John,
Series: The civilization of the American Indian series, . 25 Edition statement:1. ed. Published by : University of Oklahoma Press, (Norman :) Physical details: 220 p. ISBN:0806101334. ISSN:978080610 Year: 1946| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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| Office | 970.673 Ada (Browse shelf) | Available | 20431 |
Sixth printing, June 1962.
This study of Navajo and Pueblo silverwork was carried out by John Adair over a period of years but the primary field work began in 1938. Adair's work stresses the sociological significance of this art form in Navajo and Pueblo culture. Includes information about the development of the craft and its technical and artistic aspects. The appendices include lists of Navajo and Zuñi silversmiths in 1940 and Hopi silversmiths in 1938.
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