Bill Reid

by Doris Shadbolt

Book Overview

In his long career Bill Reid (1920-1998) embraced many art forms and was driven by a passion for the well-crafted object. In addition to creating jewelry, he wrote and illustrated books, pioneered the development of silk-screen art prints among the Indians of the Northwest Coast, among other endeavors. This revised biography includes a new chapter by the author. 193 illustrations, 49 in color.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0295964278
• ISBN13: 9780295964270
• Release Date: January 1986
• Publisher: University of Washington Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Intrinsically fascinating to simply browse through

Bill Reid is an eye-catching artbook showcasing the stunning sculptures of Bill Reid, cast in gold, argillite, bronze, cedar, and other materials. His works of art embody his Native American heritage; full color photographs combined with descriptive and anecdote-filled text make Bill Reid an artbook treasure. Intrinsically fascinating to simply browse through, Bill Reid is a welcome and recommended addition to personal, academic, and community library Art History collections.