Social Science Native American Studies
Whadoo tehmi / Long-ago people's packsack
Dene babiche bags: tradition and revival
- Publisher
- Canadian Museum of History
- Initial publish date
- Jan 2004
- Category
- Native American Studies
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eBook
- ISBN
- 9781772823066
- Publish Date
- Jan 2004
- List Price
- $15.99
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Description
This richly illustrated book profiles the legacy and artistry of the traditional Dene babiche bag. Once a commonplace item in every Dene home, the art of the babiche bag—a netted bag made of caribou thong—was all but lost until the recent grassroots revival described in this book. Although intended for practical use, these bags were often beautifully decorated with porcupine quillwork, fringes and embroidery, as demonstrated in the book’s numerous photographs. Details of construction round out this fascinating look at an enduring craft, providing inspiration and instruction for scholars and artisans alike.
About the authors
Judy Thompson began her long association with the Canadian Museum of Civilization in 1969. Since 1990 she has been Curator of Western Subarctic Ethnology. She has published a number of articles and books on the cultural traditions of Northern Athapaskan peoples. She lives in Ottawa, Ontario.