Spirits Sequins Book Voodoo Flag Haiti Haitian Beadwork - Spirits in Sequins: Vodou Flags of Haiti by: Nancy Josephson. Book Title: Spirits in Sequins: Vodou Flags of Haiti. Over 350 color photographs present hundreds of unique designs by dozens of contemporary artists.
Chinese Antiques 1850-1930 Baskets Boxes Mah Jong - Abacus & Mah Jong Sets. Utility Baskets. Wedding Baskets. You won't receive heavily thumbed shelf copies from us! We buy most titles directly from the publisher and individual authors. Authors are encouraged to submit their reference titles for our consideration.
Hopi Kachinas Indian Reference: Culture, History, Dances, Dolls, Legends & Art - The Hopi Indian's rich culture and exciting religious ceremonies continue to thrive. However, outsiders have limited opportunity to witness the exciting Katsina dances and ceremonies of the Hopi, save through the well-known and much prized kachina dolls the Katsina spiritually inform.
Ancient Art Mesopotamia Sumer Uruk Nippur Ebla 1st Cities Jewelry Seals Reliefs - Styles and iconography were transmitted to sites such as Mari and Ebla in northern Syria as well as to Iran and as far as Arabia. Nippur by Jean M. Evans. Arbela’s (modern Erbil) strategic location between the great Assyrian cities to the west and south, and the Zagros Mountains to the east, placed it at the heart of the ancient Near East’s most important cities and empires.
Encyclopedia Of The American West - 1997 Hardcover Book & Dust Cover - This is such a wonderful book. The Book is in good condition (see Pictures). There are stains at the top of the Front and Back Cover, inside the Dust Cover and on the last 26 pages (see pictures). The stain gets smaller near the end of the stain.
Indian Basket Weaving Book Pomo Yurok Pima Navajo By Sandra Corrie Newman How To - Shipping will be MEDIA MAIL. 5.00 flat rate. No Matter what the listing says.This auction is for a Great 1992, 7th printing. book on how to weave Indian Baskets. 91 pages. In good condition. See photos. Thanks for looking.Any questions just ask.
HUGE Olmec Heads Monuments Sculpture Jade Ancient Mexico Mesoamerica 1400-400BC - The colossal sculptures in the exhibition weigh between 7 and 10 tons each. The colossal sculptures that were present in the exhibition weigh between 7 and 10 tons each. [Syracuse University]. There was less certainty regarding the cultural significance, form, and function of many of the works.
Middle Ages Women Real Life Stories 12-13thC English Flemish Period Illumination - There’s Hildegarde of Bingen, twelfth-century German Nun and gifted mystic. Blanche of Castile, Queen of France. Eleanor de Monfort, real-life inspiration for a thirteenth century romantic tale. Agnes li Patiniere, a Flemish textile worker.
Golden Treasure Scythian Sarmatian Altai Amazonian Ancient Russia Ukrain Steppes - REVIEW : This book chronicles the beautiful exhibit of Scythian and Sarmatian treasures that traveled to New York and to L.A. in 1975. REVIEW : This beautiful full-color museum catalogue chronicles the beautiful exhibit of Scythian and Sarmatian treasures that traveled to New York and to L.A. in 1975.
Bronze Age Minoan Thera Mycenaean Greek Cycladic Crete Knossos Art Jewelry Masks - The magnificent works of art of ancient Crete, Mycenae and the Cycladic Islands are awe-inspiring in their richness, variety and vitality. Frescoes, jewelry, sculpture, gold funeral masks, ivories and countless other beautiful artifacts - all the significant works of art and architecture that are our legacy front those great Aegean civilizations of the third and second millennia BC - are described and illustrated in Dr. Higgins' distinguished and classic survey.
Race Riots paperback book Anthology of Ethnic Insults KANROM INC. 1966 Rare Joke - Publisher: Kanrom Inc. Title: Race Riots, An Anthology of Ethnic Insults. No one is left out of this "roast". good condition but see for yourself in the photos. Publication Date: 1966. Trigger warning: Not for the easily offended. a historic record.
Chinese Ceramics Paleolithic Qing Ming Mongol Yuan Song Han Tang Sui Sancai NEW - Chinese Ceramics: From the Paleolithic Period through the Qing Dynasty by Laurie Barnes and Pengbo Ding. Publisher: Yale University (2010). Pages: 608. The creation of ceramic ware holds a special and very important place among the many arts and inventions that characterize Chinese culture, society, and civilization.
Ancient Egypt Nubia Faience Jewelry Amulets Beads Funerary Masks Gods Production - With a technical glossary, extensive bibliography, map, and chronological table, this is a landmark publication. Although faience was made of common materials, especially quartz sand grains or crushed quartz pebbles, it nevertheless took on the splendor of gold or semiprecious gems.
Medieval Iberia Spain Routledge Encyclopedia Islam Jew Moor Art History Religion - The Encyclopedia covers the Hispanic kingdoms from 400A. D. to 1500A. D. and is interdisciplinary in scope with an emphasis on literature, language, history, arts, folklore, religion and science. Muslim and Jewish issues are also discussed.
Ancient Egyptian Secret Wisdom Mormon Rosicrucian Gnostic Freemason Roots Thoth - This concept is defined as "the study of an imaginary Egypt viewed as the profound source of all esoteric lore. [Terence DuQuesne, Discussions in Egyptology]. Hornung sees the literary traditions of the Rosicrucians as borrowing heavily from the general popularity of esoteric Egyptian motifs then in circulation.
Art of the American Indian Frontier A Portfolio The Detroit Institute of the Art - Art of the American Indian Frontier A Portfolio The Detroit Institute of the Art. New, never read. Sat on a bookshelf in a bookstore for years, purchased as part of a 'lot'. Book IN pictures IS THE EXACT book you will receive. Do you want to buy multiple books? Email us and we will work together for a fair price
AUCTION CATALOG ARTE PRIMITIVO TRIBAL ART AUCTION CATALOG COLOR PHOTOS sept 2018 - AN EXCELLENT BOOK / AUCTION CATALOG HIGHLIGHTING SOME OF THE TREASURES OF VARIOUS CULTURES including American Indian, Roman, Mexican, Central American, South American, African, Asian, Egyptian, Persian, etc. EXHIBIT AND SALE took place in New York in September 2018. Fabulous reference in all glossy color photographs with identification information and auction estimates. It has NO RESERVE !.
Christie's - Interiors Auction Catalog - 11/20/2012 - This is a used catalog. There may be folds, corner dings, creases, markings on the inside, possibly a torn page. COVER FOLDS AND CREASES, throughout catalog.
Antiques & Fine Art Magazine - Summer 2011 - This is a used catalog. There may be folds, corner dings, creases, markings on the inside, possibly a torn page. Cover folds.
Southwest-like Jewelry - NATIVE-LIKE SOUTHWESTERN JEWELRY. Another plain necklace I wanted for the turquoise energy, worn with similar colors. #1 & 2 Represents the rain and cloud beings. He explained how the cloud people sent rain when it was sacredly asked for.
Mesopotamia Babylonia Goddess Ishtar Lilitu Biblical Lilith 1800BC Shrine Plaque - This large Old Babylonian plaque, found in southern Iraq, was made between 1800 and 1750 B.C. It is made of baked straw-tempered clay, modeled in high relief, and probably stood in a shrine. Her long multi-colored wings hang downwards, indicating that she is a goddess of the Underworld.
Ancient Cyprus Bronze Iron Age Greek Hellenic Egypt Tombs Art Architecture Trade - Christianity started to be established at Kourion by the beginning of the 3rd century A.D. and eventually supplanted Apollo. In Greek mythology, Cyprus is considered the birthplace of Aphrodite. When she finally passes the seventh gate, she is naked.
Antique Ancient Jade Neolithic - 17thC Weapons Jewelry Carving China Maori Mayan - The best-known finds are from the lake dwellings of Switzerland, western France, and China. Nephrite is very hard and was prized for keeping a sharp edge. One such variety was used by the natives of the South Sea Islands for making hatchets.
Early Islam Mecca Medina Time Life Great Ages of Man Art War Al-Andalus Africa - Muslims however believe that it was the original faith of others whom they regard as prophets, such as Jesus, David, Moses, Abraham, Noah and Adam. In 610 AD the Islamic Prophet Muhammad began receiving what Muslims consider to be divine revelations.
When Egypt Ruled the (Middle) East Archaeology Architecture Art Hyksos Thutmosis - After their retreat, the native Theban kings found themselves trapped between the Canaanite Hyksos ruling the north and the Hyksos' Nubian allies, the Kushites, to the south of Egypt. After years of vassalage, Thebes gathered enough strength to challenge the Hyksos in a conflict that lasted more than 30 years, until 1555 B.C.
Ancient Etruscan Italy Syrian Phoenician Gold Granulation Filigree Jewelry Rings - REVIEW : Many aspects of the Etruscan civilization remain a mystery, because so much of it was ignored by the Romans and purposely destroyed by Christians. Etruscan Granulation by Gerhard Nestler. REVIEW : Excellent reference book for professors, students, and jewelers.
Time Life Emergence of Man Metalsmith Copper Bronze Age Phrygia Illyria Urnfield - This included the Unetice culture, Urnfield culture, Tumulus culture, Terramare culture, and Lusatian culture, and lasted through about 600 BC. Sites reached as far east as Estonia. Succeeding the Late Neolithic culture its ethnic and linguistic affinities are unknown in the absence of written sources.
TimeLife Great Ages of Man Byzantium Rome Crusades Islam Constantinople Medieval - CHAPTER THREE: Chronicle of an Empire. Soldierly Saint George: Patron of Armies. The Conquests of Justinian: Vandals, Ostrogoths, Visigoths. Picture Essay: Basil the Magnificent (A Portrait as Emperor: Basil Sits on his Throne Dispensing a Stern Justice. ).
Ancient Thrace Anatolia Persia Treasures Jewelry Vases Sculpture Swords Bulgaria - Then, with the founding of Greek trading colonies along the Thracian coasts of the Aegean and Black Seas after 700 B.C. Thrace entered recorded history. Sitalkes and his powerful successors grew rich on tribute, eventually surpassing even Athens in revenue.
Medieval France Ami and Amile 1st Hand Account Life Women Knights of Charlemagne - This translation will reveal Ami and Amile as a major work of the French Middle Ages. The work will foster lively literary and philosophical discussion. Ami and Amile is of interest to a wide range of readers, including students of history, comparative literature, and gender studies.
France Middle Ages Life as Knights for Charlemagne First Hand Story Ami + Amile - This translation will reveal Ami and Amile as a major work of the French Middle Ages. The work will foster lively literary and philosophical discussion. Ami and Amile is of interest to a wide range of readers, including students of history, comparative literature, and gender studies.
HUGE Ancient Celts Art Jewelry Weapons Symbols Warriors Culture Religion Beltame - However by the 6th century the Continental Celtic languages were no longer in wide use. REVIEW: The Celts once populated an area rivaling the Roman Empire at its peak, yet our knowledge of them is limited to secondhand accounts, a few written records, and beautiful artifacts scattered from Turkey to Ireland.
HUGE Ancient Celts Life Myth Art Jewelry Weapons Symbols Gods Warfare Sacrifices - However by the 6th century the Continental Celtic languages were no longer in wide use. REVIEW: The Celts once populated an area rivaling the Roman Empire at its peak, yet our knowledge of them is limited to secondhand accounts, a few written records, and beautiful artifacts scattered from Turkey to Ireland.
Ancient Greece Cyclades Islands Early Cycladic Sculpture Thera Anatolia 2500BC - This book is a concise introduction to the field. “Early Cycladic Sculpture: An Introduction” Pat Getz-Preziosi. Major Collections of Early Cycladic Sculpture. One of the problems with Cycladic art is that it is very much a victim of its own success.
Medieval Viking Ancient Norsemen Sagas Eddas Legends Myths Valkyrs Valhalla Odin - Below, the Valkyrs ride forth, their golden hair streaming through the clouds, the pale northern sun glinting on shields and spears. Through the battlefields they swoop, bringing the kiss of death to the warriors bound for Valhalla, hall of the chosen slain.
Viking Sagas Eddas Ancient Medieval Norsemen Legends Myths Valkyrs Valhalla Odin - Below, the Valkyrs ride forth, their golden hair streaming through the clouds, the pale northern sun glinting on shields and spears. Through the battlefields they swoop, bringing the kiss of death to the warriors bound for Valhalla, hall of the chosen slain.
Ancient Finger Rings Etruscan Roman Greek Byzantine Medieval Egyptian Sassanian - REVIEW : Finger rings call upon the arts of the goldsmith. Engraver, and jeweler. Etruscan Scarabs and Rings. So does the gem refer to the Roman armies avenging a past defeat?. The burial chamber of an Etruscan lady, near Vulci, opened over a century ago, yielded a rich parure.
Yugoslavia Archeology BOOK 1986,prehistoric ancient antique medieval History - Yugoslavia Archeology BOOK 1986,prehistoric ancient antique medieval History SOFT COVER,ISSUED IN BELGRADE IN 1986,SERBIAN LANGUAGE,LATIN LETTER We ship to worldwide destinations. Shipping via registered mail! We will combine shipping!
Viking Silver Hoard Anglo-Saxon Britain King Alfred Coin Watlington Wessex 870AD - This was to lead to the formation of a single united kingdom of England only a few years later. "King Alfred's Coins: The Watlington Viking Hoard" by John Naylor and Gareth Williams. Written to honor the newly discovered National Treasure that the Ashmolean hopes to acquire in the not too distant future.
Tribal cultures, anthology, 1984 book - Pls bookmark our pages as we will regularly list fine tribal art objects on a weekly basis! Hardcover with dust jacket, 320pp. 1984 - With hundreds of illustrations. Text in German. Introduction by Heinrich Harrer.
Brunk Auctions 2007 Asheville, North Carolina Auction Catalog - Brunk Auctions 2007 Asheville, North Carolina Auction Catalog. Large paperback in overall good condition with moderate shelfware including some Corner creasing pages are clean with no tears or marks some dog ears. Listed by David.
Bernice Johnston Book The Seri Indians of Sonora Mexico - Third printing 1973. Excellent photograph illustrations and information throughout. These cards/photos/collectibles, are from a Family Estate held in storage for past 26 yrs. If there is a problem, we will be quick to resolve it, (. ).
Art of the American Indian Frontier Book - These cards/photos/collectibles, are from a Family Estate held in storage for past 26 yrs. If there is a problem, we will be quick to resolve it, (. The Detroit Institute of Arts. ).
HUGE Ancient Celts Life Myth Art Jewelry Weapons Symbols Warriors Gods Sacrifice - However by the 6th century the Continental Celtic languages were no longer in wide use. REVIEW: The Celts once populated an area rivaling the Roman Empire at its peak, yet our knowledge of them is limited to secondhand accounts, a few written records, and beautiful artifacts scattered from Turkey to Ireland.
Ancient Finger Rings Ashmolean Egypt Rome Greece Celt Hittite Minoan Medieval - The Ashmolean Museum is the oldest museum in Britain, housing Oxford University's unrivalled collection of antiquities. Nothing in the museum is as rich in human interest as the collection of rings illustrated in this book, for each not only enhanced the beauty of the hand, but also had a deeper personal significance.
Images in Black: 150 Years of Black Collectibles - From the years of slavery through the years of civil rights, images of black people have taken many forms. Images in Black: 150 Years of Black Collectibles, 2nd Revised Edition. Others may be hard to find.
Price Guide Projectile Point Types of the American Indian Illustrated 1986 - It is a comprehensive price catalog of projectile points (arrowheads) found in the United States. This book is in good to very good condition, with several creases and a half-circle stain in the upper corner of the pages.