METAL AND STONE By Jean Lipman A collection showcasing American folk art using wood, metal, and stone, featuring 183 black and white photographs and 4 color plates. It includes simple yet powerful creations by anonymous artisans, such as 19th-century figureheads, weather vanes, altar carvings, and folk toys. This book is an unabridged republication by Dover Publications in 1972 of the original edition published by Pantheon Books in 1948. It offers a glimpse into the aesthetic beauty of American folk art and the regional culture behind it. Publisher: Dover Publications Published: 1972 (Reprint of the 1948 first edition) Pages: Unknown (Numerous photographs included) ISBN: 0-486-22816-9 Language: English Softcover [Condition] The cover has some scuffs, minor scratches, and slight damage to the corners, but the interior has no writing or tears. There is some yellowing of the paper due to age, but it does not affect viewing or use. The spine is in good condition.