The Technique Of Porcupine-Quill Decoration Among The North American Indians (1916) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169101395)

The Technique of Porcupine-Quill Decoration Among the North American Indians is a book written by William C. Orchard and published in 1916. The book is a comprehensive guide to the traditional art of porcupine-quill decoration among the indigenous peoples of North America. The author provides a detailed description of the techniques used by various tribes, including the Sioux, Chippewa, and Iroquois, to create intricate designs using the quills of porcupines. The book includes illustrations and photographs of the finished products, as well as the tools and materials used in the process. The author also discusses the cultural significance of porcupine-quill decoration and its role in Native American art and tradition. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and techniques of Native American art, as well as those interested in the cultural traditions of indigenous peoples.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: William C. Orchard
ISBN-10: 1169101399
ISBN-13: 9781169101395
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 104
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d