Encyclopedia of American folk art [electronic resource]
2012
Book
Review: "Written by 92 specialists in association with the American Folk Art Museum, the 600 cross-referenced and indexed articles, with bibliographies, included in this selection are the first comprehensive treatment of this influential art form. It includes information on bottle-cap art, canes, carousel art, scrimshaw, quilts, beadwork, and many other genres, as well as information on several visionary artists who still practice their crafts. This work has special appeal for folklorists."--"The Top 20 Reference Titles of the Year," American Libraries, May 2004.Abstract: This is the first comprehensive, scholarly study of a most fascinating aspect of American history and culture. Generously illustrated with both black and white and full-color photos, this A-Z encyclopedia covers every aspect of American folk art, encompassing not only painting, but also sculpture, basketry, ceramics, quilts, furniture, toys, beadwork, and more, including both famous and lesser-known genres.
Main title:
Encyclopedia of American folk art [electronic resource] / Gerard C. Wertkin, editor ; Lee Kogan, associate editor ; in association with the American Folk Art Museum.
Imprint:
New York [N.Y.] : Routledge, 2004 (Boston, Mass. : Credo Reference, 2012.)
Collation:
1 online resource (812 entries) : 175 images, digital files.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: xxxiii, 612 p. : ill. (some col.)
Contents:
A-Z.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781849722117 (online)9780415929868 (print)0415929865 (hardback alk paper)
Dewey class:
745.097303
LC class:
NK805
Language:
English
BRN:
502706
Electronic access:
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