The feather symbol in ancient Hopi designs by Jesse Walter Fewkes

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Author Fewkes, Jesse Walter, 1850-1930
Title The feather symbol in ancient Hopi designs
Original Publication United States: Judd & Detweiler, 1898.
Note Reading ease score: 43.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Note "From the American Anthropologist, January, 1898."
Credits Robert Tonsing and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Feather Symbol in Ancient Hopi Designs" by Jesse Walter Fewkes is a scholarly publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the significance of the feather symbol within the decoration of ancient Hopi ceramics, exploring how these symbols serve as a visual language that reflects ancient Hopi thought and religious beliefs. The author examines pottery remnants from prehistoric Tusayan, emphasizing how these artistic expressions offer insights into the cultural and ceremonial practices of the Hopi people. In the text, Fewkes provides a detailed analysis of how feathers were represented in various forms and designs across ancient Hopi pottery and other artifacts. He discusses the connection between feather symbols and their religious meanings, illustrating that these decorations were not merely aesthetic but held a deep significance linked to Hopi rituals and mythology. He categorizes various symbolic representations of feathers, highlighting the characteristics of each form and how they evolved from realistic depictions to conventional symbols. Through this examination, the work illustrates the integral role that the feather symbol played in Hopi culture, conveying a blend of artistic expression and spiritual significance that has been transmitted through time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Hopi Indians -- Antiquities
Subject Hopi Indians -- Religion
Subject Hopi Indians -- Rites and ceremonies
Subject Hopi art
Subject Feathers in art
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EBook-No. 70555
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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