This is the first book to reveal the complete story of this Hawaiian fine art form. Of all the arts of Polynesia, none was more subtle and sophisticated than that of working in wood. Using superb native woods renowned for their natural grain and colorings, the ancient Hawaiians crafted elegant containers inspired by the rounded forms of the gourd and coconut that are known today as "calabashes."
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This is the first book to reveal the complete story of this Hawaiian fine art form. Of all the arts of Polynesia, none was more subtle and sophisticated than that of working in wood. Using superb native woods renowned for their natural grain and colorings, the ancient Hawaiians crafted elegant containers inspired by the rounded forms of the gourd and coconut that are known today as "calabashes."
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Used book in good and clean conditions. Pages and cover are intact. Limited notes marks and highlighting may be present. May show signs of normal shelf wear and bends on edges. Item may be missing CDs or access codes. May include library marks. Fast Shipping.
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Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 0915013096. Signed by Jenkins on title page. Former owner's gift inscription also on title page. Otherwise, clean and solid.; Color Illustrations; 4to; 269 pages; Signed by Irving Jenkins.
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Like New. Size: 11x8x1; Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Clean, unmarked pages. This is an oversized or heavy book, which requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US.
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Very Good. Size: 9x1x11; Inscribed by Irving Jenkins and Hugo De Vries on half title page. Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Shelf wear. Jacket creased. Clean, unmarked pages. *Autographed by artist and photographer. * This is an oversized or heavy book, which requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US.
