Product Details
Category - Non Fiction / Art
Format - Hardcover
Condition - Excellent
Listed - 2 months ago
Ships From - Colorado
Est. Publication Date - Jan 1976
Seller Description
by Barton Wright is a detailed exploration of the ceremonial shields used by the Pueblo peoples of the American Southwest. The book examines the cultural and spiritual significance of these shields, which were often adorned with symbolic designs representing various elements of nature, myth, and ancestral spirits. Wright delves into the craftsmanship, the role of shields in Pueblo rituals and warfare, and the meanings behind the intricate symbols and patterns. The book also includes illustrations and photographs to highlight the artistry of the shields, providing readers with both visual and historical insight into their use. This work is significant for those interested in Native American art, history, and spiritual traditions.
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Pueblo Shields from the Fred Harvey Fine Arts Collection
ISBN: 0873581466
Publisher Description
Prehistorically, small hand-held shields are portrayed in Anasazi and Fremont rock paintings and petroglyphs from presumably around the thirteenth century, ideal for use with clubs in hand-to- hand co...
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