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The concept of Africa as an entity is a recent and largely artificial idea. Africa is made up of very diverse cultures, tribes, religions, traditions and geographies and it is constantly changing. In this thought provoking study of African art Bargna emphasises the need to connect individual items to ethnographic information with the aesthetic experience. It is important also, not to bring to the study of African art the trappings of the traditional artistic judgements with which Western art is viewed. The rich and varied production of the African continent is viewed and interpreted in terms of its close relationship with the world of the sacred, of myth and of religious ritual practices. The illustrations form a prime feature of the book. There are stunning photographs of masks, sculptures, textiles, ceramics and household and ritual objects which testify to the huge diversity of many different cultures all grouped under a geographical umberella. These, as much as the original approach of the t

The African sculpture of drumming is novel and elegant. Musician Sculptures, African Art Sculptures are a great addition to your home decor and are a great choice for a finishing touch in your entryway or living room. Statue of African female musician playing drums, fixed on stone base. Beautiful African clothing, jewelry, and turbans come in a variety of bright colors and are the perfect decorative accent to introduce color or brighten any room. Color: Black.

Cylinder Outdoor Wind Chime Collection Adorned With African-Inspired Art By Artist Keith Mallett - From the heart, soul and creativity of visionary Keith Mallett, one of America's most respected artists, comes a soaring tribute to the enduring spirit of African American culture. Embodying the essence of soul, freedom and joy, his original artwork showcases the vibrant colors, patterns and themes of strong female figures and their important roles in Black culture. and now a collection of inspiring butterfly wind chimes captures his message and vision in a brand-new way. Introducing the Keith Mallet Wind Chime Collection, exclusively from The Bradford Exchange. Let the wind sing a song of peace all around your home beginning with Issue One, Soul's Flight. Soon, your collection continues with Issue Two and additional Keith Mallett art wind chimes, each a separate issue to follow.Each 15-inch wind chime in this unique collection unites Mr. Mallett's art with the wind's natural power in a sight-and-sound celebration of liberation. With a warm palette of gold, red and orange on white, his dramatic scenes suggest patchwork designs often associated with historic African American freedom quilts, amidst fields of beautiful butterflies representing transformation. Expertly crafted of metal and UV-treated so they can easily be added to your outdoor decor, these graceful cylindrical wind chimes can also be rung manually. Connected to a concealed clapper inside, each one has a golden ringing cord with a cut-out metal butterfly at the end and a faux jewel for an extra bit of beauty and sparkle. Strong demand is anticipated, so don't delay. Order now!

This sacred and elegant African tribal lady sculpture is the perfect addition to your home decor style. The leaves held by women can be used as trays or candlesticks. You can place candies, keys, candles and other small items on the leaves. It comes packaged in a beautiful box perfect for any occasion such as housewarming party, wedding, Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving or anniversary. Color: White.

Color/pattern: tan Design details: ready to hang Measures 16in x 1.5in x 20in Canvas Wipe clean with dry cloth/duster Made in the USA

Hardcover 1972 158 P. 7.60x5.40x0.80. 92 Full Color Illustrations. the Native Art of Africa Is Indissolubly Linked with Tribal Belief and Custom. Decorated with Great Ingenuity, and Imagination, Have Almost Always Beendesigned for Practical Use or for Specific Ritual Purposes.

4to. Xii, 285 Pp, List of 24 Color Plates and 120 B&w Illustrations, Foreword, Introduction, the African and His Environment: Bushmen; Negritos or Pygmies; Negros, Bantu; Hamitic Peoples; Nilo-hamites and Nilotes. Material Aspects of Art: Art in Its Relationship to Culture. Social Life: Social Political Aspect: Age-groups, Secret Societies, Legal Power, Rank and State Procedures; Decentralized Political Power; Centralized Political Power. Economics. Religion and the Supernatural. Intellectual Communication and Technology: Play. Modern Developments. Catalogue. Appendix: Acknowledgments, Bibliography, Map I: African Tribes, Map Ii: African States, Index. Text By Rene S. Wassing. Photographs By Hans Hinz. Translated By Diana Imber. Reprint N.d. [1990s?]. Black Cloth with Gilt Lettering to Spine.

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Book by Preston, George Nelson

Illustrated by 24 color plates and 120 B&W photo illustrations by celebrated photographer Hans Hinz.

Based on extensive research in West Africa, Christopher Steiner's book presents a richly detailed description of the economic networks that transfer art objects from their site of use and production in Africa to their point of consumption in art galleries and shops throughout Europe and America. In the course of this fascinating transcultural journey, African art acquires different meanings. It means one thing to the rural villagers who create and still use it in ritual and performance, another to the Muslim traders who barter and resell it, and something else to the buyers and collectors in the West who purchase it for investment and display it in their homes.

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A photographic survey of some 230 styles of African art. Captions and brief introductions provide scholarly information on the style, usage, meaning, and cultural origin of some 1,600 illustrated objects. Featured individually by section are the styles of Western Sudan, the West African Coastal Region, West Central Africa, and Eastern and Southern Africa. 9<1/4>x12<1/4>". Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Now in its second edition, this book is further enhanced by African proverbs. Intended as an introduction to African art, this book investigates five key themes common to many cultures in Africa: the human figure, community status symbols, objects for personal use, animal symbols, and cermonial masks. The author examines the roots of the art and the ideas that bring this continent to life.

This midnight edition coloring book for adults is full of African inspired artwork and designs ranging from big cats to African drums. Quality therapeutic creative therapy with every page for grown-ups who love to color and explore the beauty of cultures from around the world.

Dust Jacket: Yes. Unclipped. External/Dust Jacket Condition: Excellent. Clean. Internal Condition: Excellent. Clean. ISBN: 9783955880361. Author/Editor: Bolz, Franziska. Publisher: Konemann. Year: 2016. Edition: 1st. Binding: Hardcover. Illustrated: Yes, colour and B&W. Language: English. Page Count: 399. Keywords: African Art, Art. The book for sale is the one in the photo. All dust jackets are put in a protective sleeve prior to shipping.

Bamana masks and headdresses, Lega ivories, Dogon sculpture, and Benue bronzes are among the many exquisite African artifacts found in the renowned Menil Collection. This stunning book―the first comprehensive catalogue on the de Menils' collection of African art―features 115 of the museum’s finest pieces. Dating primarily from the 19th and 20th centuries, these works come from North Africa and the Sahel, Coastal West Africa, and Central and East Africa.&nbsp;An essay by scholar Kristina Van Dyke discusses the formation of the collection, which was inspired in part by its relationship to modernist works and by the couple’s interest in human rights. This insightful text also explains how the de Menils' visionary spirit was influenced by African art and places those objects within the context of the whole of the de Menils’ collection, in which works from ancient, Byzantine, medieval, modern, Oceanic, and Native American cultures speak to the universal struggle for human understanding. Entries for the selected works were written by leading scholars in the field and are grouped into sections based on regions. &nbsp;

Han Coray (1880-1974) was one of the first and most important European collectors of African art. He acquired his collection for the most part from the famous Parisian art dealer Paul Guillaume in the first half of the 1920's. This extensive collection of African art, one of the finest in the world, was purchased by Zurich University's Volkerkundemuseum in 1940. "African Art from the Han Coray Collection 1916-1928" contains a selection of 202 of the collection's most important works, accompanied by informative texts. Featured are not only wooden sculptures and masks, but also ivories, textiles, and metal works. West and central African artistic traditions are presented, with a special focus on central African art.

An illustrated study of traditional and figurative art of Africa that reflects the continent’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. African Art explores the continent’s marvelous artistic achievements which share its roots with humanities origins. Sculpture has historically been the chief means of artistic expression. The human figure, whether real or symbolic, is almost the exclusive subject of African art. This vast world of African sculpture is the result of an evolutionary process, based on humanity’s rich history and diversity deriving from migrations, wars, and alliances. During the last century, the African continent has experienced radical transformations in the fields of social and political organizations, the economy and religions. Inevitably, new artistic forms are being established simultaneously with the globalization process and the creation of works for the art market, which retain less and less ties with those of the past. African Art is an exhaustive presentation of the traditional figurative arts of Africa and concisely explains their distinguishing historical, formal, symbolic and functional characteristics. A truly valuable source of inspiration for students, collectors, and travelers alike, this book is complete with a glossary and bibliography.

The concept of Africa as an entity is a recent and largely artificial idea. Africa is made up of very diverse cultures, tribes, religions, traditions and geographies and it is constantly changing. In this thought provoking study of African art Bargna emphasises the need to connect individual items to ethnographic information with the aesthetic experience. It is important also, not to bring to the study of African art the trappings of the traditional artistic judgements with which Western art is viewed. The rich and varied production of the African continent is viewed and interpreted in terms of its close relationship with the world of the sacred, of myth and of religious ritual practices. The illustrations form a prime feature of the book. There are stunning photographs of masks, sculptures, textiles, ceramics and household and ritual objects which testify to the huge diversity of many different cultures all grouped under a geographical umberella. These, as much as the original approach of the t