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First in-depth study of the technical aspects of Navaho weaving, plus history of the loom and its prototypes in the prehistoric Southwest, analysis and description of weaves, dyes, and more. Over 230 illustrations, including more than 100 excellent photographs of authentically dated blankets. Indispensable resource for collectors, weavers, ethnologists, more. Foreword by F. W. Hodge. Bibliography.
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This lively account of a pioneering anthropologist's experiences with a Navajo family grew out of the author's desire to learn to weave as a way of participating in Navajo culture rather than observing it from the outside. In 1930, when Gladys Reichard came to stay with the family of Red-Point, a well-known Navajo singer, it was unusual for an anthropologist to live with a family and become intimately connected with women's activities. First published...
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Museum of New Mexico Press guidebook volume no. 3
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93 pages, 5 unnumbered leaves of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 18 x 22 cm.
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This book concerns itself with the origin of the different types of Navajo rugs, with suggestions on how and where to buy, and with their care. New histotical notes were added to facts previously known. The history of the Navajo People has been sketchily depicted and then only as it concerns their weaving. Includes history of weaving, how a rug is made, rug types and areas, how to buy a rug, how to collect rugs, fact and fancy, the future, 20 color...
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The author of this guide spent four summers during the 1930s among the Navajos, from whom she learned the principles of weaving. This book conducts readers through the process, introducing the materials and methods of the Navajo style and commenting on history, patterns, symbolism, and other related matters. 97 illustrations.
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