Bird decoys of North America
nature, history, and art
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Author
Publication
2010 - Sterling Pub. Co., New York, NY, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
74,000 words, Guess
Page Count
296 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL24902443M
- ISBN-139781402747724
- OCLC Control Number548555956
- Library of Congress Control Number2010013451
Classifications
- DDC745.593/60973
- LCCNK9704 .S49 2010
Description
"In carved and painted wood, bird decoys capture the dynamic spirit of the creatures they represent. Originating as humble tools of the hunter's trade, antique decoys are now treasured as a uniquely North American folk-art form. In this comprehensive reference, expert Robert Shaw chronicles the evolution of hand-carved decoys form 1,500 years ago, when decoys were first crafted by Native American hunter-artist, up through the last great decoy carvers of the twentieth century. Featuring 300 illustrations--including beautiful shot images of decoys from around the United States and Canada, as well as numerous historic paintings and photographs -- this book will appeal to sportsmen, birders, and folk-art enthusiasts alike" --Cover, p. 4.
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