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The Raven's Tail

  • Cheryl Samuel
Language: English
Published/Copyright: 1987
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An in-depth study of rare robes, woven over two hundred years ago by the Aboriginals of the Northwest Coast of North America, painstakingly researched over years.

An important contribution to the knowledge of early Indian weaving.

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Cheryl Samuel is an expert weaver living in Victoria, British Columbia. Her first book, The Dancing Blanket, revealed the mysteries of Chilkat weaving.

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Nora Shew:
The Raven's Tail is a beautiful compilation with excellent photographs and detailed drawings depicting the complexity of a previously forgotten art form. The book is written in such a way to intrigue both artisan and historian ... Has added to our knowledge of Northwest Coast Indians.

Steve Henrikson:
The Raven's Tail is an outstanding book which broadens understanding about this ancient form of weaving. The author is devoted to passing on the information on these fabulous textiles to inspire a new generation of weavers on the Northwest coast. This work serves not only to document the past, but also to shape the future.

Bill Holm:
A definitive work on a specific Northwest Coast technical achievement and brings new insight into the richness of Northwest Coast noble regalia. We are all indebted to the dedication, perseverance, skill and loving attention that Cheryl Samuel has brought to her chosen task.


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Pages and Images/Illustrations in book
eBook published on:
January 1, 1987
eBook ISBN:
9780774858076
Pages and Images/Illustrations in book
Main content:
168
Illustrations:
190
Other:
190 colour illustrations, 276 b&w photos
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