117 Pages
by
Routledge
118 Pages
by
Routledge
117 Pages
by
Routledge
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Using data from archaeological excavations, patent filings, and marketing catalogs, this book provides a broad view of the introduction, spread, and use of mass-produced coffin hardware in North America. At the book's heart is a standardized typology of coffin hardware that recognizes stylistic and functional changes and a fresh look at the meanings and uses of the various motifs and decorative... Read more
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Typology Chapter 3: Children's Hardware Chapter 4: Coffins as Artifacts Chapter 5: Safety and Security Systems Chapter 6: Antecedents Chapter 7: Motifs Chapter 8: Gender, Status, and Ethnicity Chapter 9: Conclusion References Appendix Index About the Author
Biography
Megan E Springate
