The Legacy Tradition and Innovation in Northwest Coast Indian Art

by Macnair, Peter; Hoover, Alan L.; Neary, Kevin

• ISBN13: 9780772656094
• ISBN10: 0772656096
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-05-15
• Publisher: The Royal British Columbia Museum

Summary

A classic book on Native American art and culture is back in print, in a new edition that includes updates to the artists' biographies and Native American names. The Legacy is so much more than an elegant art book. It is a delightful and informative guide to the continuing Native American artistic traditions. A spectacular selection of color photographs displays the work of 39 artists, and the authors present a detailed analysis of the culture that inspired their work. The authors also discuss the social function of the artists' work, and the different styles, techniques, and materials used to create them. Since it first appeared in print in 1984, The Legacy has been reprinted a dozen times and sold more than 25,000 copies. This enduring tribute to contemporary Northwest Coast Native American art is an important guide for both scholar and novice.

Author Biography

Peter L. Macnair is former curator of ethnology at the Royal BC Museum, a post he held for more than 30 years. He is widely recognized for his knowledge of the art and history of the First Nations of the Northwest Coast. Alan L. Hoover worked in the museum's anthropology collections for 33 years and retired in 2003, as manager of the department. Kevin Neary is a consultant in anthropology, research and museum interpretation for many First Nations and cultural institutions in British Columbia. He has participated in several research projects with the Huu-ay-aht over the past 20 years, developing a warm appreciation for Huu-ay-aht people, culture, language and history.