Fish Hooks of the Pacific Islands: A Pictorial Guide to the Fish Hooks from the Peoples of the Pacific Islands
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Publishing Details
Fish Hooks of the Pacific Islands: A Pictorial Guide to the Fish Hooks from the Peoples of the Pacific Islands
By (Author) Daniel Blau
By (author) Klaus Maaz
Hirmer Verlag
Hirmer Verlag
16th January 2012
Germany
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Fishing, angling
Australasian and Pacific history
Antiques, vintage and collectables: sports memorabilia
799.1099
Physical Properties
Hardback
370
2300g
Description
The fish hook derives its form from its practical intention - to catch a fish. But in cultures where fishing is and always has been a main livelihood, the crafting of fish hooks becomes an Art. This volume features more than 600 fish hooks used by the peoples of the Pacific Islands, with life-size illustrations and accompanying texts.
Author Bio
Daniel Blau is founder and owner of the Galerie Daniel Blau in Munich. He is the editor of Lucian Freud: Portraits and The Invention of Paradise.Klaus Maaz is a collector of Pacific Island art.
