Dot Barlowe (American, B. 1926) "Yap: Partnership of People & Nature" Original Mixed Media painting on Cold Press Illustration Board.
Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation.
This painting is the original painting which appeared on the Federated States of Micronesia Stamp Sheetlet Yap - A Partnership of People & Nature issued December 15, 1993.
"The land, not the man, is chief." This Yapese adage reflects the high esteem in which the citizens of the State of Yap hold their home. Cleverly making use of the natural bounty of the tropical archipelago, the Yap people fulfill many of their basic needs by employing the resources around them. Surrounded by a natural ring of coral reef, the island state of Yap is situated in the Pacific Ocean southwest of Guam. Often called "The Land of Stone Money," Yap is noted for the large stone coins which decorate most villages. Dating as far back as 125 A.D., stone money originated from the limestone quarries of Palau, a five-day canoe trip from yap. The tradition of weaving is kept alive by the product of lavalavas -- colorful woven fabric skirts. Additional weaving included the baby basket, baskets and handbags which are created entirely from indigenous natural fibers. Another practical item fashioned from the local flora is the Bamboo Raft, know as fafat in the Yapese language. For long journeys the wooden outrigger canoe was the most popular choice. Good soil the wooden outrigger canoe was the most popular choice. Good soil and proper cultivation resulted in food such as yams, Cyrtosperma taro, mango and other tropical foods. The marine life was another valuable source of nourishment for the inhabitants of Yap.
Image Size: 19 x 15 in.
Overall Size: 24 x 18.75 in.
Unframed.
(B14551)
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