Spirit In Land: Bark Paintings From Arnhem Land
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Judith Ryan
Binding: Paperback
Published: National Gallery of Victoria, 1990
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Chips to cover and spine, minor staining to bottom of some front pages, tanning and foxing throughout paages.
This compelling art history volume, Spirit In Land: Bark Paintings From Arnhem Land, chronicles the profound artistic traditions of Indigenous Australians. It presents a comprehensive examination of bark paintings from Arnhem Land, detailing their cultural significance, spiritual narratives, and intricate artistic techniques. The work illustrates how these vibrant creations serve as vital expressions of identity and connection to the land, offering readers an authoritative insight into a rich and enduring heritage. Ryan's meticulous scholarship uncovers the stories and meanings embedded within each brushstroke, making this an essential read for enthusiasts of world art and cultural studies.
Author: Judith Ryan
Binding: Paperback
Published: National Gallery of Victoria, 1990
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Chips to cover and spine, minor staining to bottom of some front pages, tanning and foxing throughout paages.
This compelling art history volume, Spirit In Land: Bark Paintings From Arnhem Land, chronicles the profound artistic traditions of Indigenous Australians. It presents a comprehensive examination of bark paintings from Arnhem Land, detailing their cultural significance, spiritual narratives, and intricate artistic techniques. The work illustrates how these vibrant creations serve as vital expressions of identity and connection to the land, offering readers an authoritative insight into a rich and enduring heritage. Ryan's meticulous scholarship uncovers the stories and meanings embedded within each brushstroke, making this an essential read for enthusiasts of world art and cultural studies.