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The History of Beads: from 30,000B.C. to the Present

The History of Beads: from 30,000B.C. to the Present

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The History of Beads: from 30,000B.C. to the Present

by Dubin, Lois Sherr

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0810907364
ISBN 13
9780810907362
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New York: Harry N. Abrams, 1987. 364 pages; 356 illustrations, 254 in color; 15 maps showing bead sources and distribution patterns; 8-page color foldout of over 2000 beads. A beautiful production that covers the history and the uses of beads throughout the world's cultures and religions. Should be a classic for its photography and its scope. Clean and bright throughout; tight binding; dustjacket spine modestly sun darkened.. First Edition. Cloth. Fine/Very Good. Illus. by Original Photography by Togashi. 11 3/4" x 9".

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Previous ed.: New York: Harry N. Abrams; London: Thames & Hudson, 1995.

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Bookseller's Inventory #
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Title
The History of Beads: from 30,000B.C. to the Present
Author
Dubin, Lois Sherr
Illustrator
Original Photography by Togashi
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Fine
Jacket Condition
Very Good
Edition
First Edition
ISBN 10
0810907364
ISBN 13
9780810907362
Publisher
Harry N. Abrams
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
1987
Keywords
beads bead work bead art bead trade jewelry decorative arts religious ornament
Size
11 3/4" x 9"

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