Art History in Africa

Art History in Africa
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 248
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ISBN-10 : 9781317869030
ISBN-13 : 1317869036
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Book Synopsis Art History in Africa by : J. Vansina

Download or read book Art History in Africa written by J. Vansina and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-06-06 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a pioneering introduction to a subject that is still at an early srage of academic development. It aims to provide the reader with a systematic method for the historical understanding of African art. Professor Vansina considers the medium, technique, style and meaning of art objects and examines the creative process through which they come into being. Numerous photographs and drawings illustrate his arguments, and help to explain the changes that have taken place.


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