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Indian Pottery of the Rio Grande

Indian Pottery of the Rio Grande

Austin, Mary

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Antiques & CollectiblesGlass & Ceramics

ISBN10: 1168679915
ISBN13: 9781168679918
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Indian Pottery of the Rio Grande is a comprehensive book written by Mary Austin, which explores the traditional pottery making techniques of the Pueblo Indians living in the Rio Grande region of the American Southwest. The book covers the history of pottery making in the region, the various types of clay used, the techniques of shaping and firing the pottery, and the symbolism and meaning behind the designs and patterns used by the Pueblo potters.Austin's book includes detailed descriptions and photographs of the different styles of pottery produced by the Pueblo people, including the black-on-black pottery of the San Ildefonso Pueblo, the polychrome pottery of the Santa Clara Pueblo, and the micaceous pottery of the Taos Pueblo. She also delves into the cultural significance of the pottery, including its use in religious and ceremonial contexts.The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Pueblo people, as well as for artists and collectors of Native American pottery. With its detailed descriptions and beautiful illustrations, Indian Pottery of the Rio Grande is a must-read for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of this important aspect of Native American art and culture.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.

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