Glittering World tells the remarkable story of Navajo jewelry--from its ancient origins to the present--through the work of the gifted Yazzie family of New Mexico. Jewelry has long been an important form of artistic expression for Native peoples in the Southwest; its diversity of design reflects a long history of migrations, trade, and cultural exchange. Exceptional jewelry makers who have been active for nearly eight decades, the Yazzies are strongly rooted in and inspired by these traditions and values. Their works emphasize reciprocity, harmony, balance, and respect for family. As the companion volume to the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian in New York exhibit of the same name, this book is richly illustrated with images of these beautifully crafted treasures, bringing to light some of the finest indigenous art being created in the world today. Its informative and lively narrative complements these stunning images to illuminate the fascinating story of continuity, change, and survival embodied by Navajo jewelry.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press
ISBN-10
1588344770
ISBN-13
9781588344779
eBay Product ID (ePID)
201669666
Product Key Features
Language
English
Topic
Jewelry, Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies, American / General, Native American, Art, Antiques & Collectibles, Social Science
Author
Manuelito Wheeler
Illustrator
Yes
Dimensions
Item Length
9.8in
Item Height
1.2in
Item Weight
55.4 Oz
Item Width
9.7in
Additional Product Features
Book Title
Glittering World : Navajo Jewelry of the Yazzie Family
Lccn
2014-012231
Dewey Decimal
739.27092/39726
Intended Audience
Trade
Lc Classification Number
E99.N3g65 2014
Table of Content
Preface: Manuelito Wheeler Foreword: Kevin Gover Introduction: Lois Sherr Dubin Sandpainting, Spanish Bridles, and Trader's Turquoise: Cultural and Historic Influences Tradition and Transformation: The Yazzie Family Sunrise, Sunset: Raymond C. Yazzie Passion for Perfection: Raymond C. Yazzie Contemporary Traditional: The Yazzie Sisters Returning to the Hogan Afterword: John Haworth Acknowledgments Notes and References Glossary Major Awards Bibliography Index Photography Credits
Copyright Date
2014
Publication Year
2014
Preface by
Wheeler, Manuelito
Dewey Edition
23
Format
Hardcover
Number of Pages
252 Pages
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