Indian Basketry - George Wharton James - Bog

Indian Basketry is a comprehensive guide to the art of basket weaving among Native American tribes of the western United States. Written by George Wharton James, an English-born author and lecturer who spent many years studying and documenting Native American culture, this book provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the materials, techniques, and designs used in traditional basketry. James covers a wide range of topics, from the history and symbolism of basketry to the various styles and uses of baskets among different tribes. He also includes profiles of individual weavers and their work, as well as instructions for readers who wish to try their hand at basket making. With its richly detailed text and beautiful illustrations, Indian Basketry is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Native American art and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.