Pacific Jewelry and AdornmentThis magnificent book showcases more than 250 of the finest examples of traditional jewelry from the Pacific. Myriad designs and materials, including jade, whale teeth and bone, shark teeth, tapa, shells, and plant fibers, are woven together in a skillful combination of color and craftsmanship. Apart from their beauty, these personal items also convey information about power, status, and community. Their significance, the ceremonies in which they are worn, and the messages they convey are explored in an illuminating introductory essay. |
Contents
Map of the Pacific | 7 |
Micronesia | 33 |
Mainland New Guinea | 49 |
Copyright | |
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