Bibliograph

Encyclopedia of American folk art, Gerard C. Wertkin, editor ; Lee Kogan, associate editor ; in association with the American Folk Art Museum

Type

Label

Encyclopedia of American folk art, Gerard C. Wertkin, editor ; Lee Kogan, associate editor ; in association with the American Folk Art Museum

Language

eng

Abstract

This is the first comprehensive, scholarly study of a most fascinating aspect of American history and culture. Generously illustrated with both black and white and full-color photos, this A-Z encyclopedia covers every aspect of American folk art, encompassing not only painting, but also sculpture, basketry, ceramics, quilts, furniture, toys, beadwork, and more, including both famous and lesser-known genres

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Encyclopedia of American folk art

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

bibliographyencyclopediasdictionaries

Oclc number

436847817

Responsibility statement

Gerard C. Wertkin, editor ; Lee Kogan, associate editor ; in association with the American Folk Art Museum

Review

"Written by 92 specialists in association with the American Folk Art Museum, the 600 cross-referenced and indexed articles, with bibliographies, included in this selection are the first comprehensive treatment of this influential art form. It includes information on bottle-cap art, canes, carousel art, scrimshaw, quilts, beadwork, and many other genres, as well as information on several visionary artists who still practice their crafts. This work has special appeal for folklorists."--"The Top 20 Reference Titles of the Year, " American Libraries, May 2004

Table Of Contents

A-Z

Classification