Understanding Northwest Coast Art: A Guide to Crests, Beings and Symbols by Cher

Description: Understanding Northwest Coast Art by Cheryl Shearar Understanding Northwest Coast Art is a handy, dictionary-style reference guide to identifying and understanding the symbols, crests, and beings depicted in Northwest Coast Native American works of art such as totem poles, masks, and prints.The first section of the book features an alphabetical list of words relating to Northwest Coast art, with definitions, descriptions, and explanations and synopses of the major myths associated with them. As an aid to identification and understanding, many of the crests, beings, and symbols are illustrated in 70 reproductions of contemporary artworks and archival photos. The entries cover a wide range: crests such as Eagle, Dogfish, or Dragonfly; ancestral beings such as Creek Woman or Thunderbird; mythic beings such as Raven, the Chief of the Undersea, or Cedar Man; and supernatural beings such as Death-Bringer.Understanding Northwest Coast Art also includes brief descriptions of the design conventions, design elements, and different art styles of Northwest Coast cultural groups, along with an overview of the interconnections between art, myth, and ceremony.Easy to use and easy to read, this volume is an essential source for understanding and visually identifying the underlying themes and subjects of Northwest Coast Native American art. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Understanding Northwest Coast Art is a handy, dictionary-style reference guide to identifying and understanding the symbols, crests, and beings depicted in Northwest Coast Native American works of art such as totem poles, masks, and prints.The first section of the book features an alphabetical list of words relating to Northwest Coast art, with definitions, descriptions, and explanations and synopses of the major myths associated with them. As an aid to identification and understanding, many of the crests, beings, and symbols are illustrated in 70 reproductions of contemporary artworks and archival photos. The entries cover a wide range: crests such as Eagle, Dogfish, or Dragonfly; ancestral beings such as Creek Woman or Thunderbird; mythic beings such as Raven, the Chief of the Undersea, or Cedar Man; and supernatural beings such as Death-Bringer.Understanding Northwest Coast Art also includes brief descriptions of the design conventions, design elements, and different art styles of Northwest Coast cultural groups, along with an overview of the interconnections between art, myth, and ceremony.Easy to use and easy to read, this volume is an essential source for understanding and visually identifying the underlying themes and subjects of Northwest Coast Native American art. Author Biography Cheryl Shearar is the owner of the Salmonberry Gallery of Northwest Coast Art in Toronto. Table of Contents AcknowledgmentsIntroduction: The Art and Culture of the Northwest CoastDictionary of Crests, Beings and SymbolsThe Basics of Northwest Coast Art-- Design Conventions-- Design Elements-- Cultural Groups and Art StylesSelected Bibliography Promotional A handy guide to the symbols, crests, and beings depicted in Northwest Coast totem poles, masks, and prints. Promotional "Headline" A handy guide to the symbols, crests, and beings depicted in Northwest Coast totem poles, masks, and prints. Details ISBN0295979739 Author Cheryl Shearar Short Title UNDERSTANDING NORTHWEST COAST Pages 192 Publisher University of Washington Press Language English ISBN-10 0295979739 ISBN-13 9780295979731 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint University of Washington Press Country of Publication United States Edition 2nd Place of Publication Seattle DOI 10.1604/9780295979731 AU Release Date 2000-06-01 NZ Release Date 2000-06-01 US Release Date 2000-06-01 UK Release Date 2000-06-01 Subtitle A Guide to Crests, Beings and Symbols Year 2000 Publication Date 2000-06-01 DEWEY 704.03970795 Illustrations 70 illus. Audience Undergraduate Series Understanding Northwest Coast Art We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136538713;

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