Presenting concise overviews of artists and movements that are uniquely American, these volumes distill the essence of their subjects with authoritative texts and lavish illustrations. Since the time of the earliest settlers, Americans have been expressing their individuality through the embellishment of everyday objects. Such classics as whirligigs, ship models, and carousel animals fill these pages. Page 4 of cover.

Includes index.

Remembering the family --Folk art around the house -- Passing time: Folk art as hobby -- Blowing in the wind -- Public folk art -- Nautical art -- The World in miniature -- Folky fabrics: Textile art.