CURTIS, Edward (1868-1952). A group of 8 photogravures of Pomo, Washo, Yokuts and other California Native American baskets, portfolios 14 and 15:
Sale 960 - American Historical Ephemera & Photography
Nov 15, 2021
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CURTIS, Edward (1868-1952). A group of 8 photogravures of Pomo, Washo, Yokuts and other California Native American baskets, portfolios 14 and 15:
Pomo Seed-Gathering Utensils. (Plate 484, portfolio 14). -- Pomo Baskets, Mortar and Pestle. (Plate 485, portfolio 14). -- Basketry of the Mission Indians. (Plate 509, portfolio 15). -- A Mono Home. (Plate 533, portfolio 15). -- Modern Designs in Washo Basketry. (Plate 542, portfolio 15). -- 5 photogravures, each copyrighted 1924, approx. 15 3/16 x 11 3/8 in. (16 3/8 x 13 3/8 in.), on Japanese tissue, very occasional light spotting to margins, some light creasing at edges, tipped on mount and matted.
[With:] Yokuts Basketry Designs (a). (Plate 502, portfolio 14). -- Washo Baskets. (Plate 541, portfolio 15). -- Modern Designs in Washo Basketry. (Plate 542, portfolio 15). -- 3 photogravures, each copyrighted 1924, image approx. 15 9/16 x 11 1/2 in. (21 7/8 x 17 3/4 in. sheet), on Japon vellum, minor toning.
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