

An edition of Arts and crafts of Micronesia (2010)
trading with tradition
By Barbara Wavell
Publish Date
2010
Publisher
Bess Press
Language
eng
Pages
154
Description:
"This image-driven book provides a detailed view of the artwork, craftsmanship, and history of the traditional arts of Micronesia using a unique blend of contemporary and historic collections to showcase such items as carved statuary, storyboards, model canoes, woven mats, baskets and fans. Over 130 full color photos illustrate the descriptions in the text. Wavell's book is an excellent comprehensive view of the artistic and practical handiwork of the peoples of Micronesia." --Publisher.
subjects: Social life and customs, Ethnology, Handicraft, Micronesian Wood sculpture, Micronesian Arts, History
Places: Micronesia