The double-curve motive in northeastern Algonkian art
A discussion of the use of several design elements in Algonkian art by different native groups, with emphasis on a primary element known as the double-curve motive, as well as their origin, nature, and possible symbolism. Among the tribes identified in the paper as users of the double-curve motive a...
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Format: | Book |
Language: | English |
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Government Printing Office
1914
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Online Access: | http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/cns/id/105530 |
Summary: | A discussion of the use of several design elements in Algonkian art by different native groups, with emphasis on a primary element known as the double-curve motive, as well as their origin, nature, and possible symbolism. Among the tribes identified in the paper as users of the double-curve motive are the Montagnais, Naskapi, and Eskimo of Labrador. Part of the two series "Memoir (Geological Survey of Canada) 42", and "Memoir (Geological Survey of Canada). Anthropological series no. 1". Includes bibliographical references. |
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