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OverviewBeads of Life explores the ornamental beadwork of eastern and southern Africa, through pieces found in the collections of several Canadian museums and universities. The author examines the functions and meanings of traditional beadwork and looks at the socio-religious principles upon which many aesthetic choices were based. The book also describes materials used in traditional clothing and adornments before the arrival of glass beads, materials that both provided protection to the wearer and indicated social status. The book concludes with an examination of contemporary beadwork, particularly as seen through the eyes of Canadians from eastern and southern Africa. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Marie-Louise LabellePublisher: The University of Chicago Press Imprint: Canadian Museum of Nature Volume: CULTURAL S Dimensions: Width: 17.20cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 24.30cm Weight: 0.649kg ISBN: 9780660194028ISBN 10: 0660194023 Pages: 208 Publication Date: 05 May 2005 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Unknown Availability: In Print  Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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