Author: Margaret BertinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : New York (N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
A Human Ideal in African Art
Author: Margaret BertinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : New York (N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
A Human Ideal in African Art
Author: A Human Ideal in African Art
Author: Kate EzraPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bambara (African people)
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
A Human Ideal in African Art
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
A Human Ideal in African Art
Author: Kate EzraA Human Ideal in African Art
Author: The Art of Africa
Author: Christa ClarkePublisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art
ISBN: 1588391906
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
A CD-ROM and DVD set extracted from the 'The Art of Africa: A Resource for Educators.' The CD-ROM "contains a PDF of 'The Art of Africa: A Resource for Educators, ' which features forty traditional works of African art in The Metropolitan Museum of Art. It includes a brief overview of the Metropolitan's collection of African art; a short introduction and history of Africa; an explanation of the role of visual expression in the continent; descriptions of the featured works of art and background about the materials and techniques that were used to created them ... The DVD, 'Ci Wara Invocation, ' "presents the highlights of a dozen ci wara performances in Bamana communities in present-day Mali that were recorded by five different observers between 1970-2002. Among the Bamana, oral traditions credit a mythical being named Ci Wara, a divine being half mortal and half antelope, with the introduction of agriculture to the Bamana. The ci wara performances are part of biannual celebrations that either launch or conclude the farming season."--Container
African Art in American Collections
Author: Warren M. RobbinsPublisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764320057
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 607
Book Description
African art -- with its powerful forms, complex symbolism, and formal inventiveness -- has only recently come to be recognized as one of the great artistic traditions of mankind. This rich tradition is showcased here in a remarkable selection of outstanding works. Nearly 1,600 objects are illustrated, each accompanied by scholarly information on style, usage, meaning, and cultural origin. Featured individually by section are the styles of Western Sudan, the West African Coastal Region, West Central Africa, Central Africa, and Eastern and Southern Africa. A thought-provoking introduction helps readers understand the significance of African art as a form of human creative expression, its relationships to contemporary Western art, and the controversies surrounding it in the world's museums. Newcomers to the field as well as professionals will find many questions answered in the text and captions. FThis comprehensive survey of some 230 styles of African art is an essential reference for scholars, teachers, students, curators, collectors, and dealers.
Traditional African Art
Author: Avner ShakarovPublisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786498749
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
The art of sub-Saharan Africa reveals the marvelous achievements of unknown artists over thousands of years. Their aesthetic ideal finds form in wood, ivory, fabric, bronze and iron. This illustrated study of traditional African art includes pieces from Western Sudan, the Congolese Basin, the Guinea coast, Gabon, the Democratic Republic of Congo and East and South Africa. Each piece is characterized by its own traditions and artistic forms. The earliest works date from the beginning of the first millennium, the most recent from the early 20th century. Unique and rare examples are documented, many heretofore virtually unknown.
Interesting Facts About The Ancient African Art - Art History for Kids | Children's Art Books
Author: Baby ProfessorPublisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1541939468
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Ancient African art is history, culture and tradition fused into one. Studying art will provide a glimpse into the culture and belief systems of a civilization. It also tells a lot about tradition. Yes, there’s more to art than meets the eye. Use this history book to learn more about art. Go ahead and grab a copy of this book today!