Naga
Subtitle: awe-inspiring beauty
By: Michel Draguet
Publisher: Mercatorfonds
Published: 2018
Place of publication: Brussels
Language: eng
Number of pages: 424
ISBN-13: 9789462302037
Copyright date: 2018
Subjects: Indic Art; Folk art; Naga (South Asian people); History
Description: Taking an approach that is equal parts anthropological and art historical, this lavishly illustrated volume offers a rare look at the art, artifacts, and culture of the Naga people, an ethnic group spanning several tribes native to northeastern India and northwestern Myanmar. The book seeks to shed light on this geographically isolated and historically insular people, identifying cultural aspects and artistic traditions that are common among all Naga tribes, as well as ways in which the tribes differ. The works featured include textiles, baskets, wood carving, pottery, metalwork, jewelry, and beadwork, and make use of a wide range of materials such as glass, stone, metal, wood, shell, seeds, bone, and hair. Archival photography is used to place clothing, accessories, and ornaments within the cultural practices of the Naga.
Notes: Bibliography: page 419.