Calliope's Sisters
This book looks at the visual and performing arts of the world`s societies, examining such issues as the origin of art, the ultimate nature of art, and the theoretical basis of art`s role in human affairs. Anderson focuses on ten diverse societies, noting the similarities and differences found in these and other traditional aesthetic systems.
The author examines San Aesthetics: The Enhancement of Life in a Foraging Society, Inuit Aesthetics: Art as Transformer of Realities, Aboriginal Australian Aesthetics: Sacramental Union with the Eternal Dreamtime, Aesthetics of the Sepik: Powerful Spirits and Phallic Aggression in New Guinea, Navajo Aesthetics: A Unity of Art and Life, Yoruba Aesthetics: Goodness and Beauty in West Africa, Aztec Aesthetics: Flower and Song, Aesthetics in Early India: Rasa and the Theory of Transcendental Enjoyment, Japanese Aesthetics: An Exultation of Beauty and Bliss, Western Aesthetics: A Quartet of Traditions, Comparative Aesthetics: The Many Faces of the Muse, Art as Culturally Significant Meaning, Style, Feeling, and Skill and Western Aesthetics in Cross-cultural perspective.
For individuals interested in a comparative study of philosophies of art.
(5'6 x 8'6) Hand-knotted Shadow Ropes Wool Rug
Let the contemporary design and fine craftsmanship of this Shadow Ropes wool rug inspire your home or office decor.
Hand-knotted in India of 100-percent wool pile
Traditional Nepalese weaving techniques
Contemporary lined geometric design
Accentuated by shades of beige and brown
Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.
All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. Overstock.com tries to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.
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Life After The 30-Second Spot:
The old media strategies advertisers used for decades no longer work. Here`s what does!
Traditional advertising, in the form of print, radio, and most notably, television, is far less effective than it used to be. Advertising strategies using only these mediums no longer work. Life After the 30-Second Spot explains how savvy marketers and advertisers are responding with new marketing techniques to get their message out, get noticed, engage their audiences-and increase sales! Covering topics such as viral marketing, gaming, on-demand viewing, long-form content, interactive, and more, the book explains the new avenues marketers and advertisers must use to replace traditional print, TV, and radio advertising-and which strategies are most effective. This book is every marketer`s road map to new marketing.
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Hand-tufted Isphan Beige/Wine Wool Rug (8' x 11')
Enhance your home or office decor with the classic, ornate style of this Isphan wool rug. Hand-tufted in North Central India of blended New Zealand wool 0.75-inch thick wool pile Elegant traditional Isphan pattern against a beige background with a wine border Accented by colors of camel, tan, dusty gold, sage, and mossy green Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.
All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. Overstock.com tries to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.
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Hand-tufted Isphan Beige/Wine Wool Rug (8' x 11')
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Handmade Capiz Shell Salad Bowl (Indonesia)
This Capiz Bowl has been handmade on the island of Java in Indonesia. The elegant bowl is perfect for serving guests at a dinner party or barbecue. Handmade of capiz shell
Choose from a Turquoise, Green, or Bronze motif
Traditional, simple craftsmanship
Measures approximately 4 inches high x 11 inches in diameter
The coordinating Handmade Capiz Salad Servers are also available by searching for Overstock.com catalog #10309412 while supplies last!
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The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.
Handmade Capiz Shell Salad Bowl (Indonesia)
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