Indian Jewelry Making

Indian Jewelry Making
ISBN-10
1887896031
ISBN-13
9781887896030
Category
Indian craft
Language
English
Published
2006-06
Publisher
Treasure Chest Books
Author
Oscar T. Branson

Description

An invaluable step-by-step guide to traditional Native American jewelry. From exquisite squash blossom necklaces, buttons and bola ties to hair ornaments, pistol grips and silver goblets, traditional Indian silversmithing is one of the foremost crafts in America. In this Southwestern classic, Oscar T. Branson provides a wealth of knowledge on the tools, techniques, history, and styles of Indian jewelry--timeless art from yesterday that still influences today's metal craftwork. Wire-O binding. 120 color photos.

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