Arts of the Pacific islands
By: Anne D'Alleva.
Series: Perspectives; Perspectives (Harry N. Abrams, Inc.)
Publisher: H.N. Abrams
Published: 1998
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 176
Subjects: Ethnic art -- Oceania.
Description: Anne D'Alleva explores the myriad art traditions and practices of Island Melanesia, Polynesia, Micronesia, and New Guinea from within their own cultural context. Mingling a deep appreciation for the beauty and variety of arts - sculpture, paintings, textiles, dance, jewelry, and architecture - found in these faraway seas with detailed knowledge of their traditions and meanings, D'Alleva opens to us a world of art both profoundly spiritual and vibrantly alive.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 167-170) and index.