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Traditional Hopi Kachinas: A New Generation of Carvers

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Book News Annotation:

During the 1980s and 1990s, a group of carvers broke away from the sophisticated work that has developed over the decades to return to the pre-collector style. Day is a long time student of and dealer in Kachinas. He interviews the artists and includes 90 fine color plates.
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Synopsis:

A rare glimpse into the lives of the carvers, this unique book explains the cultural significance of the kachina and the growing popularity of collecting traditional-style dolls. The ninety color photographs and interviews with the artists will take the reader into an art form that celebrates the cultural depths of the Hopis.
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ISBN:
9780873587402
Subtitle:
A New Generation of Carvers
Author:
Day, Jonathan S.
Publisher:
Northland Publishing
Location:
Flagstaff, AZ :
Subject:
Industries
Subject:
Woodwork
Subject:
Carving
Subject:
Interviews
Subject:
Kachinas
Subject:
Woodwork - General
Edition Description:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Publication Date:
April 2000
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
136
Dimensions:
9.47x6.61x.45 in. .90 lbs.
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"Synopsis" by , A rare glimpse into the lives of the carvers, this unique book explains the cultural significance of the kachina and the growing popularity of collecting traditional-style dolls. The ninety color photographs and interviews with the artists will take the reader into an art form that celebrates the cultural depths of the Hopis.
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