Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Definitive and lavishly illustrated, this is the first book to survey the full range of Inuit art: sculptures, prints, drawings, and textiles.
Over the past 50 years, the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic have created a contemporary art form that is acclaimed for its striking imagery, exquisite beauty, and occasional whimsy. It is an art that embodies the harsh Arctic environment and a unique way of life, as well as traditional myths and beliefs.
Ingo Hessel's authoritative text combines historical perspectives with cultural insights, surveying community and individual artistic styles, themes, and aesthetic approaches. Brief descriptions of techniques and materials as well as insights into community life in a modern Inuit settlement set the works in context. And George Swinton, a leading authority on Inuit art, discusses the achievements of the art form.