Arts and Crafts: Great Basin
At a glance:
- Series: American Indians Ready Reference
- Categories: Arts, Social Science
- Subcategories: Artists, Artisans, Native Americans, American Indians, Crafts
- Curriculum: American Indian History
- Geographical Location: Nevada, Utah
Article abstract: The arts and crafts of the Great Basin are primarily baskets and other objects created through basketry techniques, reflecting a material culture adapted to a desert environment
The arts and crafts of the tribes of the Great Basin represent the highest degree of dependence on basketry techniques of any of the Native American culture areas. Many different kinds of baskets were made, including carrying baskets, serving baskets, and water jars; basketry techniques were also used for making other items, from clothing to boats and houses. Although...
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