ISBN10: 0295972599, ISBN13: 9780295972596, [publisher: Douglas & McIntyre, Seattle/Vancouver 1993] Softcover Softcover Later Printing Totem Poles; Indians of North America; Sculpture; An indispensable guide to 110 poles in easily accessible outdoor locations in Coastal British Columbia and Alaska. The author describes the various types of poles, their purpose, and how they were carved and raised. She also identifies and explains frequently depicted figures and objects. 191 pages. Mark out on title page otherwise covers and book Very Good.
[Kenner, LA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]
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ISBN10: 0295972599, ISBN13: 9780295972596, [publisher: University of Washington Press, Seattle] Softcover Paperback. Magnificent and haunting, the tall cedar sculptures called totem poles have become a distinctive symbol of the native people of the Northwest Coast. The powerful carvings of the vital and extraordinary beings such as Sea Bear, Thunderbird and Cedar Man are impressive and intriguing.Looking at Totem Poles is an indispensable guide to 110 poles in easily acessible outdoor locations in coastal British Columbia and Alaska. In clear and lively prose, Hilary Stewart describes the various types of poles, their purpose, and how they were carved and raised. She also identifies and explains frequently depicted figures and objects.Each pole, shown in a beautifully detailed drawing, is accompanied by a text that points out the crests, figures and objects carved on it. Historical and cultural background are given, legends are recounted and often the carvers comments or anecdotes enrich the poles story. Photographs put some of the poles into context or show their carving and raising.This book is a companion volume to Hilary Stewarts enormously successful Looking at Indian Art of the Northwest Coast. This work gives a historical, cultural, and artistic account of the ancient craft of totem poles that has grown to be a symbol of the Native Americans of the Northwest Coast. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on ...

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[Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]

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[Amherst, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]

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[Portland, OR, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]

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Seattle, WA: University of Washington Press, Date: 1993. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Soft cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Minor edge and corner wear; lightly scuffed and scratched; spine is gently creased; some light shelf wear; overall a very crisp and clean used copy! Full-color pictorial wrapper with white lettering. 192 very clean unmarked and uncreased historical and informative pages nicely enhanced by black and white photographs and illustrations! "Magnificent and haunting, the tall cedar sculptures called totem poles have become a distinctive symbol of the native people of the Northwest Coast. The powerful carvings of the vital and extraordinary beings such as Sea Bear, Thunderbird and Cedar Man are impressive and intriguing. Looking at Totem Poles is an indispensable guide to 110 poles in easily acessible outdoor locations in coastal British Columbia and Alaska. In clear and lively prose, Hilary Stewart describes the various types of poles, their purpose, and how they were carved and raised. She also identifies and explains frequently depicted figures and objects. Each pole, shown in a beautifully detailed drawing, is accompanied by a text that points out the crests, figures and objects carved on it. Historical and cultural background are given, legends are recounted and often the carver's comments or anecdotes enrich the pole's story. Photographs put some of the poles into context or show their carving and ...

University of Washington Press, Seattle, Date: 1993. 1st Edition. SOFTCOVER. Large 8vo in colour printed stiff glossy card covers, 191pp, numerous illustrations in text, bibliography, index etc __CONDITION : An extremely well preserved AS NEW unread and unmarked copy. ... __We always ship in PROTECTIVE CARD PARCELS 1993. University of Washington Press, Seattle ISBN 0295972599 9780295972596 [GB]

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Seattle, Wash. Univ of Washington Pr 1993 Glossy Soft Cover As New 0295972599 191pp including list of poles by location and index Maps An indispensible guide to 110 ples in easily accessible outdoor locations in coastal British Columbia and Alaska. Describes the various types of poles, their purpose, and how they were carved and raised Each shown in beautifully detailed drawings accompanied by a text that points out the crests, figures and objects in it, plus historical and cultural background, legends and more.

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[Denver, CO, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]

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[Houston, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]

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[Moncks Corner, SC, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]

University of Washington Press 1993 paperback Very good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

University of Washington Press 1993 paperback Very good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

University of Washington Press 1993 Paperback Good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

ISBN10: 0295972599, ISBN13: 9780295972596, [publisher: University of Washington Press] Softcover Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
[Dallas, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1993]