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North American Indian Beadwork Designs

by Clark Wissler
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This concise volume documents a fascinating and unique art form — Native American beadwork. Including examples of handiwork from Eastern woodlands and Plains Indians, the author offers a clear, illuminating discussion of the origins, execution, and symbolism of Indian beadwork used to ornament belts, garters, pouches, and much more. Over 300 figures.

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Concise, illuminating discussion of origins, execution, and symbolism of North American Indian beadwork. Numerous examples from Eastern Woodlands and Plains Indians. Over 300 figures.

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Book Details

Published
June 1, 1999
Publisher
Dover Publications
Pages
32
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780486407135

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