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University of Iowa Museum [Published Date: 1976]. Paper covers, [64] pp (unpaginated). Catalog published to accompany the 1976 exhibition "Between Traditions: Navajo Weaving Toward the End of the Nineteenth Century," which was displayed at multiple institutions during 1976-77, including the Indianapolis Museum of Art and the University of Iowa Museum of Art.
In good condition. Illustrated paper covers have light bumping and creasing to edges and corners and light to moderate overall scuffing, aging and soiling. Binding tight. Pages have light creasing to the upper right corner but are otherwise unmarked. Offers an in-depth exploration of a transformative period in Navajo weaving, featuring detailed descriptions and high-quality photographic reproductions of 40 textiles, most in black and white but with 7 in color. Contents include: Foreword by Jan Keen Muhlert, Introduction by J. J. Brody, Essay: Between Traditions: Navajo Weaving Toward the End of the Nineteenth Century: the First Tradition: The Classic Blanket; II. The Second Tradition: Revival Rugs; III. Between Traditions: Eye-Dazzlers; Notes; Selected Bibliography; Catalog of the Exhibition.