Item Tag: Navaho Weaving

Navaho Weaving by Amsden, Charles Avery

“Navaho Weaving: Its Technic and History” by Charles Avery Amsden is a comprehensive book exploring the traditional techniques and history of Navajo weaving. Published by Dover Publications in 2011, this paperback features detailed illustrations and covers topics in design, history, and Native American culture. With 432 pages, this book is a valuable resource for those interested in textile and costume design, offering a deeper insight into the art and traditions of the Navajo people.

Historic Navajo Weaving, 1800-1900: Three Cultures–One Loom. Tyrone D. Campbell

” Historic Navajo Weaving, 1800-1900: Three Cultures–One Loom” by Tyrone D. Campbell is a revised trade paperback book published in 1987 by Avanyu Publishing, Incorporated. This book, with a total of 40 pages, delves into the design and social science aspects of Navajo weaving from the years 1800 to 1900. It features illustrations and provides insight into the textile and costume practices of the Navajo people during that time period. The author’s detailed exploration of this topic makes it a valuable resource for those interested in Native American studies and cultural preservation.