Some Protective Designs of the Dakota by Clark Wissler
"Some Protective Designs of the Dakota" by Clark Wissler is a scholarly work presented as part of the "Anthropological Papers of the American Museum of Natural History," written in the early 20th century. This publication delves into the rich cultural significance of protective designs used by the Dakota people, focusing on various decorative artifacts such as shields and garments created for spiritual and protective purposes. The book emphasizes the intricate relationship between
art, mythology, and identity within Dakota culture. In the text, Wissler explores various forms of protective designs, such as those found on circular shields and garments associated with the Ghost Dance movement. Each design carries symbolic meanings and is often derived from dreams or visions experienced by individuals. The author describes multiple motifs, including shield-decorations that symbolize important natural phenomena like thunder and the whirlwind, which are thought to invoke protective powers. Through detailed descriptions and interpretations based on first-hand accounts from Dakota Indians, Wissler provides insights into the spiritual and cultural contexts of these designs, underscoring their importance in the Dakota worldview as a means of securing protection and expressing the connection between the natural and supernatural realms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wissler, Clark, 1870-1947 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 11018958 |
| Title | Some Protective Designs of the Dakota |
| Series Title | Anthropological Papers of the American Museum of Natural History, Vol. I, Part II |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Dakota Indians -- Religion |
| Subject | Dakota art |
| Subject | Dakota mythology |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50589 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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