Author Description
No American craft has been more widely admired than Indian silversmithing. Old Spanish writings indicate that as early as 1795 Navajos were rarely seen without silver ornaments. Now you can learn those same skills. INDIAN SILVERSMITHING gives detailed directions for making tools and equipment, learning and perfecting techniques, and completing hundreds of beautiful pieces of jewelry. Now you can make and own valuable, decorative, and authentic American Indian silver jewelry at a fraction of the retail cost. And, you can enjoy the satisfaction and savings of doing it yourself.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the historical techniques and practical methodologies required to replicate traditional American Indian silversmithing. W. Ben Hunt, an experienced craftsman and author, provides a comprehensive instructional framework that bridges the gap between historical artistry and modern hobbyist application. By detailing the construction of necessary tools and the execution of specific metalworking processes, the text serves as a technical manual for those seeking to produce authentic silver ornaments.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed instructions for fabricating specialized silversmithing tools and equipment
- Step-by-step guides for mastering traditional metalworking techniques
- Hundreds of project templates for creating various pieces of jewelry
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide an exhaustive anthropological history of Navajo silversmithing beyond introductory context
- It does not cover advanced industrial casting or modern computer-aided design methods
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Readers frequently note the practical utility of the instructions for hobbyists and beginners interested in traditional metalwork. Experts highlight this as a foundational text for those looking to understand the technical mechanics of historical American Indian jewelry production.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1971-01-01
Publisher:
Macmillan Pub Co
ISBN-10:
0020116802
ISBN-13:
9780020116806
Jewelry Making
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