Inuit Art: A History
- ISBN-10
- 0786407115
- ISBN-13
- 9780786407118
- Category
- Art
- Pages
- 420
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Author
- Richard C. Crandall
Description
Inuit--sometimes referred to as Eskimo--art is the primary art form of Canada and has a large international following, particularly in the United States, Japan, and Germany. Despite its popularity, the complete history of Inuit art has never been presented. This is the first chronological synthesis of Inuit art, following its development from prehistory, through early American and European exploration, to the recognition of Inuit art as a commercial possibility, and up to the present. There is a particular emphasis on contemporary art and artists, and the years 1950 through 1997 are each given separate, detailed treatment in regard to important shows and events. This history is appropriate both for the beginning admirer of Inuit art and for those already well immersed in it.
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