This is the first comprehensive, scholarly study of a most fascinating aspect of American history and culture. Generously illustrated with both black and white and full-colour photos, this A-Z Encyclopedia covers every aspect of American folk art, encompassing not only painting, but also sculpture, basketry, ceramics, quilts, furniture, toys, beadwork and more, including both famous and lesser-known genres. Containing over 600 articles, this unique reference considers individual artists, schools, artistic, ethnic and religious traditions, as well as heroes who have inspired folk art. An incomparable resource for general readers, students and specialists, it will become essential for anyone researching American art, culture and social history. In addition to profiles of painters, sculptors, carvers and lithographers, details are given on their principal works and where they can be viewed, entries include: * Artist Schools * Basketry * Beadwork * Ceramics * Ethnic and Religious Traditions of Folk Art * Flasks * Museums and other institutions holding collections of folk art * Painted Furniture and other Artifacts* Quilts * Rugs * Shop Signs * Stoneware * Tavern * Toys * Weathervanes * and many more. ALA/RUSA Oustanding Reference Source 2004 Ernest Albrecht, Spectacle, USA; Corey Amsler, Mercer Museum of Art, USA; Brooke Anderson, Contemporary Center at the American Folk Art Museum, USA; Paul Arnett; Deborah

Table of Contents

Aaron, Jesse J.; Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center; Adkins, Garland; Adkins, Minnie Evon; Adventist Banners (Millerite); African-American Folk Art (Vernacular Art); Aiken, Gayleen; Allis, Mary; Almon, Leroy, Sr.; Almshouse Painters; Alsdorff, Christian; Alten, Fred K.; Alvarez, David; American Folk Art Museum; American Folk Life Center of the Library of Congress; American Visionary Art Museum; Ames, Asa; Ames, Ezra; Amezcua, Consuelo Gonzalez; Anderson, Stephen Warde; Andrews, Edward Deming And Faith; Aragon, Jose Rafael; Aragon, Jose; Architecture, Vernacular; Archuleta, Leroy Ramon; Armstrong, Zebedee; Arning, Eddie; Arnold, John James Trumbull; Arroyo Hondo Carver; Ashby, Steve; Aulisio, Joseph P.; Badami, Andrea; Badger, Joseph; Baldwin, Frank; Balis, Calvin; Balken, Edward Duff; Barber, Joel; Bard Brothers (James and John); Barela, Patroncinio; Barker, Linvel; Barnes, Lucius; Barr, Alfred; Bartlett, Morton; Bartoll, William Thompson; Bascom, Ruth Henshaw; Baskets and Basketry; Bates, Sarah; Beardsley Limner, The; Bears And Pears Artist; Belknap, Zedekiah; Bell, John and Solomon; Bellamy, John Haley; Benavides, Hector Alonzo; Benson, Mozell; Bentz, Samuel; Besharo, Peter Attie 'Charlie'; Bishop Hill, Illinois (Swedish Colony); Bishop, Robert; Black, Calvin and Ruby; Black, Mary C.; Black, Minnie; Blackburn, Joseph; Blackman, Prophet William J.; Blagdon, Emery; Blayney, William Alvin; Blinn, Henry; Blizzard, Georgia; Blunt, John S.; Bogun, Maceptaw; Bolden, Hawkins; Bond, Milton; Borkowski, Mary; Bottle Cap Art; Bowman, William; Boxes; Boyd, E.; Bradley, John; Branchard, Emile; Brechall, Martin; Brewster, John, Jr.; Brito, Frank; Broadbent, Samuel; Brooks, Thomas V.; Brown, J.; Brown, William H.; Budington, Jonathan; Bundy, Horace; Burnside, Richard; Bussell, Joshua; Butler, Ann; Butler, Charles; Butler, David; Butter Molds; Byron, Archie; Cady, Emma Jane; Cahill, Holger; Cake Prints; Calligraphy and Calligraphic Drawings; Canes; Carousel Art; Carpenter, Miles Burkholder; Cartledge, Ned; Castle, James; Chairs; Chalkware; Chambers, Thomas Chandler, Joseph Goodhue; Chandler, Winthrop; Christenson, Lars; Christmas Decorations And Ornaments; Church, Henry; Circus Art; Cobb, Nathan; Coe, Clark W.; Cohoon, Hannah; Coins, Raymond; Colclough, Jim; Collectors; Collins, Polly; Corne, Michele Felice; Cornett, Chester; Cote, Adelard; Coyle, Carlos Cortez; Crafft, R.B.; Craft And Folk Art Museum; Craig, Burlon; Crane, James; Creative Growth Art Center; Crolius Family Potters; Cross-Legged Angel Artist; Crowell, A. Elmer; Cunningham, Earl; Cushing, L. W. & Sons; Cushing & White; Dalee, Justus; Darger, Henry; Darling, Sanford; Dave the Potter; Davidson, David; Davis, J.A.; Davis, Joseph H.; Davis, Ulysses; Davis, Vestie; Dawson, William; Death Carts; Decoration; Decoys, Fish; Decoys, Wildfowl; Deisert, George; Dellschau, Charles A .A.; Demuth, William; Denig, Ludwig; Denison Limner; Dering, William; Deschillie, Mamie; Dey, John W. 'Uncle Jack'; Dial,

Reviews

"A welcome addition to an area of art that is becoming increasingly important to American artistic culture. Highly recommended. Academic and public libraries and individuals interested in American folk art."
-"Choice, July 2004
"This unique and highly useful reference tool is essential for all art libraries. It is not only crammed with information but also easy to use, fun to browse through, and totally up to the minute... Full color inserts and 100 black-and-white photos enhance an already admirable work. Highly recommended."
-"Library Journal (starred review), February 15, 2004
"The best guide available on American folk art."
-"Library Journal (starred review), February 15, 2004
"Useful to collectors, students, scholars, and experts. It is an excellent value for the cost and a recommended purchase for academic and large public libraries."
-"Booklist/RBB, April 1, 2004
"The index to this volume, one of its strongest points, is indespensible... Recommended for academic and public libraries."
-"Reference & User Services Quarterly, Fall 2004