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Prehistoric Textile Fabrics

Prehistoric Textile Fabrics

Holmes, William Henry

Paperback

ArchaeologyCeramicsGeneral United States History

ISBN10: 1023155923
ISBN13: 9781023155922
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Delve into the fascinating world of prehistoric North America with William Henry Holmes's Prehistoric Textile Fabrics Of The United States, Derived From Impressions On Pottery. This meticulously researched study, originally published in 1884 as part of the Bureau of Ethnology's annual report, explores the intricate relationship between early Native American pottery and the textiles they produced.

Holmes examines the impressions left on ancient pottery fragments to reconstruct the fabrics and weaving techniques of these early cultures. His work offers invaluable insights into their material culture, artistic practices, and technological skills.

A cornerstone of archaeological and ethnological research, this book provides a unique window into the lives of prehistoric peoples through the tangible evidence they left behind. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, early American art, and the origins of textile production. Explore the intersection of history, archaeology, and art in this enduring classic.

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