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Published by National Board of Antiquities, 1990
ISBN 10: 9519075224ISBN 13: 9789519075228
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Published by Finland 1988, 1988
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
This catalogue covers the historical and cultural changes in Alaska from Russian rule through its Americanization. Fine illustrations document the arts and crafts, including the beautiful traditional dress of the Eskimos that were created for generations to preserve their culture., Finnish/ English, Year1988, Illust. B/W56, Illust. Color13, ISBN 9519075224, Code 0360. Stapled binding, In Pristine Condition, Location of Exhibition: National Museum, Finland, Bibl. Pages 40, Size 9 1/2öx 6 1/2ö.
Published by Finland 1992, 1992
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
In 1891 the young Scandinavian explorer/photographer Gustaf Nordenski÷ld, (1868-1895) systematically photographed the canyons of the Mesa Verde in Colorado as well as Hopi Indian villages in Arizona near the Grand Canyon. These black and white images of the majestic landscape of the American southwest, the Indian peoples, their architecture and their artifacts, have an immediate quality that belies their age, and are of important archaeological interest., English/ Finnish, Year1992, Illust. B/W66, Illust. Color25, ISBN 9519075542, Code 1435. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Bios. Pages 48, Size 10öx 7ö.
Published by Finland 2001, 2001
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
A fascinating journey into the work of Gunnar Landtman, a Finnish social anthropologist, who studied the Kiwai Papuans of what used to be British New Guinea from 1910-1912. This catalog aptly recounts his travels, while beautifully documenting - in word and image - key aspects of the lives of the Kiwai Papuans, including their various rituals, cultural taboos, dress, economy, ceremonies, food, warfare, and more. , Finnish/ English, Year2001, Illust. B/W52, Illust. Color, ISBN 9516160689, Code 4510. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Location of Exhibition: Museum of Cultures, Helsinki, August 2001, Bibl. Cat. of exh. Pages 74, Size 9 1/2öx 6 1/2ö.
Published by Finland 2001, 2001
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
A wonderful catalog that delves into the history and the details of production, materials, techniques, patterns and symbolism, and the various styles of Persian woollen and silk carpets. As the author states, ôThe world of carpets is as rich as a meadow in full flower in which each bloom is a miracle in itself. I have become aware that these carpets belong to the finest artistic achievements of humankind.ö In gorgeous photographs and succinct text, this catalog is a delightful and informative introduction to this rich artistic legacy. , Finnish/ English, Year2001, Illust. B/W, Illust. Color48, ISBN 9516160670, Code 4509. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Location of Exhibition: Museum of Cultures, 2001, Cat. of exh. Bibl. Pages 80, Size 9 1/2öx 6 1/2ö.
Published by Museovirasto, 2001
ISBN 10: 9516160689ISBN 13: 9789516160682
Seller: Masalai Press, Oakland, CA, U.S.A.
Book
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 74 pp., illustrations, bibliography. In English and Finnish. light cover wear, abrasion on front cover.
Published by Museovirasto, 40, 1983
ISBN 10: 9519074759ISBN 13: 9789519074757
Seller: Moraine Books, Vantaa, Finland
Book First Edition
Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Text in Finnish with English summary. 89 pp. sticker on the back cover.
Published by Finland 1995, 1995
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
The artistry and technical genius of Native Americans is apparent in this collection of exquisitely crafted North American Indian art assembled by connoisseur Ernest Erickson and donated to the National Museum of Finland. Most North American Indian cultures are represented, but most comprehensively from the Great Plains, with dozens of objects embellished with painted decorations, bead embroidery, and quillwork, all in excellent condition. This book presents the entire collection, with the objects arranged by cultural area. Included are exceptional photographs and descriptions of textiles, baskets, tools and utensils, masks, beadwork, paintings, costumes, drums, and jewelry, as well as photographs of regional inhabitants and scenery. A collection not to be missed!, Finnish/ English, Year1995, Illust. B/W28, Illust. Color202, ISBN 9519075828, Code 2410. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Bibl. Pages 206, Size 11 1/2öx 8 1/2ö.
Published by National Board of Antiquities, 96, 1990
ISBN 10: 9519075429ISBN 13: 9789519075426
Seller: Moraine Books, Vantaa, Finland
Book First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Book with lots of images and information about the pieces in the Etholén Alaskan collection. History, culture and art. Text in English. 336 pp. Some rubbing on the covers.
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Published by National Board of Antiquities of Finland, Helsinki, 1990
Seller: J. Wyatt Books, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. No Jacket. Hardcover; large 4to; 336 pages. Black paper hardcovers with white titles on spine. Moderate to heavy shelfwear/rubbing. Bumped corners. Bright, glossy, and clean pages. VG-/--.
Published by Finland 1990, 1990
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
This incredibly comprehensive collection of ethnographic items includes clothing laboriously and beautifully made from animal guts, painted cedar boxes, carved kayaks, carved wooden bowls, walrus ivory figures and much more, acquired from the Russian American Native peoples in the first half of the 19th century. Good photographic examples and historical information about the skills of the forefathers of todayÆs Alaskans and the Finns in Russian America., English, Year1990, Illust. B/W254, Illust. Color173, ISBN 9519075429, Code 0367. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Location of Exhibition: National Museum, Finland, Bibl. Pages 335, Size 11öx 8ö.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1990 , 336 pp The ethnographic Alaskan collection of Adolf Etholén and his contemporaries in the National Museum of Finland Pirjo Varjola 559 Photos with Artifacts in it National Board of Antiquities Hard Cover.