Kent McManis
Zuni Fetish Carvers of the 1970's
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This book covers the work of 36 artists who were prolific in the 1970s, including Lena Boone, Edna Leki, Sarah Leekya, Aaron and Thelma Sheche and members of the Quandelacy family. Each artist is accompanied by a short history and photos of their work from the period. Kent talked to the artists or their descendants about each piece shown to make sure that proper attribution was given for all of the carvings. A short introduction covers the historical setting of the jewelry-crazed 1970s, along with some of the traders of the period. New(rare book, sells on Ebay used for $45) Paperback- 103 pages. 8 1/8" x 5 7/8". New, Published 2006
