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-colour 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. Containing over 600 articles, this unique reference considers individual artists, schools, artistic, ethnic and religious traditions, as well as heroes who have inspired folk art. An incomparable resource for general readers, students and
specialists, it will become essential for anyone researching American art, culture and social history. In addition to profiles of painters, sculptors, carvers and lithographers, details are given on their principal works and where they can
be viewed, entries include:
* Artist Schools
* Basketry
* Beadwork
* Ceramics
* Ethnic and Religious Traditions of Folk
Art
* Flasks
* Museums and other institutions holding collections of folk art
* Painted Furniture and other Artifacts
* Quilts
* Rugs
* Shop Signs
* Stoneware
* Tavern
* Toys
* Weathervanes
* and many more.
ALA/RUSA Oustanding Reference Source 2004 Ernest Albrecht, Spectacle, USA; Corey Amsler, Mercer Museum of Art, USA; Brooke Anderson, Contemporary Center at the American Folk Art Museum,
USA; Paul Arnett; Deborah
Edited by:
Gerard C. Wertkin
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 280mm,
Width: 210mm,
Spine: 38mm
Weight: 2.154kg
ISBN: 9780415929868
ISBN 10: 0415929865
Pages: 611
Publication Date: 17 December 2003
Audience:
College/higher education
,
General/trade
,
College/higher education
,
Primary
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
In addition to profiles of painters, sculptors, carvers, and lithographers, with details on their principal works and where they can be viewed, entries include: Artist Schools * Basketry * Beadwork * Ceramics * Ethnic and Religious Traditions of Folk Art * Flasks * Museums and other institutions holding collections of folk art * Painted Furniture and other Artifacts* * Quilts * Rugs * Shop Signs * Stoneware * Tavern * Toys * Weathervanes * and much more.
Dr. Gerard C. Wertkin is Director of the American Folk Art Museum in New York. He is the Co-author of Light of theSpirit: Portraits of Southern Outsider Artists and TheJewish Heritage in American Folk Art.
Reviews for Encyclopedia of American Folk Art
A welcome addition to an area of art that is becoming increasingly important to American artistic culture. Highly recommended. Academic and public libraries and individuals interested in American folk art. - Choice, July 2004 This unique and highly useful reference tool is essential for all art libraries. It is not only crammed with information but also easy to use, fun to browse through, and totally up to the minute... Full color inserts and 100 black-and-white photos enhance an already admirable work. Highly recommended. - Library Journal (starred review), February 15, 2004 The best guide available on American folk art. - Library Journal (starred review), February 15, 2004 Useful to collectors, students, scholars, and experts. It is an excellent value for the cost and a recommended purchase for academic and large public libraries. - Booklist/RBB, April 1, 2004 The index to this volume, one of its strongest points, is indespensible... Recommended for academic and public libraries. - Reference & User Services Quarterly, Fall 2004
