What are the sources for American Indian Art? Isn it better to purchase directly from the artist?
There are different ways of acquiring American Indian arts and crafts: buying directly from the artist; from shops and galleries; and/or at special shows and ceremonials. Everyone’s pattern of collecting will be different. The important thing is to purchase what you like and what fits your budget. And be sure that you receive information on your purchase.The Market Place Section of this website (Eastern cherokee, Southern Iroquois and United Tribes of South Carolina, Inc.) has items that are available for purchase. Also custom made items can be requested and made. Many different Indian Artistans and crafts people supply items available on our Marketplace, website section. 2. Where do Indian artisans get materials such as lapis, tourquois? That’s not traditional is it? Answer: Today, artisans are using many materials that may or may not be indigenous to their area. Historically, a variety of materials such as shells were exchanged among tribes. With the arrival of Europeans, trade began
