While often less celebrated than their male counterparts, women
have been vital contributors to the arts for centuries. Works by
women of the frontier represent treasured accomplishments of
American culture and still impress us today, centuries after their
creation. The breadth of creative expression by women of this time
period is as remarkable as the women themselves. In Frontier Women
and Their Art: A Chronological Encyclopedia, Mary Ellen Snodgrass
explores the rich history of women's creative expression from the
beginning of the Federalist era to the end of the nineteenth
century. Focusing particularly on Western artistic style, the
importance of cultural exchange, and the preservation of history,
this book captures a wide variety of artistic accomplishment,
including *Folk music, frontier theatrics, and dancing *Quilting,
stitchery, and beadwork *Sculpture and adobe construction *Writing,
translations, and storytelling Individual talents highlighted in
this volume include basketry by Nellie Charlie, acting by Blanche
Bates, costuming by Annie Oakley, diary entries by Emily French,
translations by Sacajawea, flag designs by Nancy Kelsey,
photography by Jennie Ross Cobb, and singing by Lotta Crabtree.
Each entry includes a comprehensive bibliography of primary and
secondary sources, as well as further readings on the female
artists and their respective crafts. This text also defines and
provides examples of technical terms such as applique, libretto,
grapevine, farce, coil pots, and quilling. With its informative
entries and extensive examinations of artistic talent, Frontier
Women and Their Art is a valuable resource for students, scholars,
and anyone interested in learning about some of the most
influential and talented women in the arts.
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