Pomo Indian Baskets and Their Makers (1902) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168669346)

Pomo Indian Baskets And Their Makers is a book written by Carl Purdy in 1902. The book is a comprehensive study of the basketry of the Pomo Indians, a Native American tribe from Northern California. The book includes detailed descriptions and photographs of the various types of baskets made by the Pomo, including cooking baskets, storage baskets, and ceremonial baskets. Purdy also provides information about the materials used to make the baskets, such as willow, sedge, and redbud, and the techniques used to weave them. He also includes information about the cultural significance of the baskets, including their use in ceremonies and as gifts. The book also includes biographical information about some of the most famous Pomo basket makers, including Lucy Telles and Lucy Young. Purdy's book is considered an important resource for anyone interested in Native American basketry, and it is still widely used by scholars and collectors today.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.

Author: Carl Purdy
ISBN-10: 1168669340
ISBN-13: 9781168669346
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.54lbs
Size: 6.00h x 9.02w x 0.25d