Not Just for Show (Hardback Book)

Name: Not Just for Show (Hardback Book)
Brand: Oxbow Books

Oxbow Books

Beads, beadwork, and personal ornaments are made of diverse materials such as shell, bone, stones, minerals, and composite materials. Their exploration from geographical and chronological settings around the world offers a glimpse at some of the cutting edge research within the fast growing field of personal ornaments in humanities\u2019 past. Recent studies are based on a variety of analytical procedures that highlight humankind\u2019s technological advances, exchange networks, mortuary practices, and symbol-laden beliefs. Papers discuss the social narratives behind bead and beadwork manufacture, use and disposal; the way beads work visually, audibly and even tactilely to cue wearers and audience to their social message(s). Understanding the entangled social and technical aspects of beads require a\n\nNot Just for Show\nThe Archaeology of Beads, Beadwork and Personal Ornaments\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail ;