Inuit Art

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Harry N. Abrams, Oct 15, 1998 - Art - 198 pages
Although the Inuit have lived in the Artic since prehistoric times, Inuit art as we know it only came about in the late 1940s. This contemporary art form is appreciated around the world for its power and exquisite beauty, an art that embodies the Inuit's harsh artic environment, unique way of life, and traditional beliefs. This historical, cultural, and aesthetic exploration of Inuit art features examples of Inuit drawings, prints, textiles, and sculpture through 125 color photos, 35 black-and-white photos, and maps.

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THE ARCTIC AND THE INUIT
3
ART OF THE PREHISTORIC PERIOD
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ART OF THE HISTORIC PERIOD 1770s TO 1940s
21
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