African Masks: From the Barbier-Mueller Collection
Condition: SECONDHAND
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The book includes one hundred colour plates accompanied by in-depth descriptions, as well as numerous black-and-white photographs of the masks as they are used in religious and secular ceremonies. An introductory text by renowned scholars describes how the masks are made, examines their significance in African culture and offers insight into the universal practice of masquerading. A unique contribution to the literature on African art, this book is also a wonderful introduction to countless fascinating, age-old spiritual traditions still practised today. ILLUSTRATIONS 230
Author: Iris Hahner-Herzog
Format: Paperback, 248 pages, 195mm x 240mm
Published: 2007, Prestel, Germany
Genre: Fine Arts / Art History
Description
The book includes one hundred colour plates accompanied by in-depth descriptions, as well as numerous black-and-white photographs of the masks as they are used in religious and secular ceremonies. An introductory text by renowned scholars describes how the masks are made, examines their significance in African culture and offers insight into the universal practice of masquerading. A unique contribution to the literature on African art, this book is also a wonderful introduction to countless fascinating, age-old spiritual traditions still practised today. ILLUSTRATIONS 230
African Masks: From the Barbier-Mueller Collection