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Bamum (Visions Of Africa)
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This Volume Explores The Artistic Traditions Of The Bamum Kingdom, The Largest And Most Powerful State In The Cameroon Grassfieldsin The Nineteenth And Early Twentieth Centuries, Bamum Court Arts Flourished When Artists Working Exclusively For The Palace Created Elaborate Beadcovered Thrones And Stools, Wooden Sculptures, Masks In Human And Animal Form, Architectural Carvings, And Fine Objects In Bronze, Ivory, And Clay. These Vibrant Works Came To The Attention Of European Museums And Collectors After Members Of A German Expedition Reached The Kingdom In The Then German Colony Kamerun In 1902 And Encountered Its Youthful King Ibrahim Njoya (Ruled 1886/7 To 1931).The Book Focuses On The History, Iconography, And Meaning Of Bamum Royal Arts And Introduces Some Of The Lesser Known Art Forms That Thrived In The Kingdom'S Villages. It Also Traces The Activities Of Collectors From Various Backgrounds Who Were Fascinated By The Splendor Of The Royal Court. Visual And Written Sources Including Testimony By King Njoya And His Courtiers, And Extensive Records In Archives And Museums Cast Light On The Strategies Of The Monarch Who Deployed These Arts To Enhance The Kingdom'S Reputation In Distant Europe. With His Permission, Visitors Could Acquire Many Extraordinary Objects. The History Of Bamum Arts Thus Offers Unique Perspectives On African Creativity And Ingenuity, And European Ways Of Collecting.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Bamum: Visions of Africa Series'? A: The book explores the artistic traditions of the Bamum kingdom, emphasizing royal arts and the historical context of their creation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Bamum: Visions of Africa Series' is Christaud M. Geary.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 28, 2019.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Bamum: Visions of Africa Series'? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Criticism.
- Q: Is 'Bamum: Visions of Africa Series' suitable for all audiences? A: The book is suitable for readers interested in African art, culture, and history, though it may include scholarly discussions.
- Q: Does the book provide visual content? A: Yes, the book includes visual sources such as photographs and illustrations of Bamum royal arts.
- Q: What makes this book unique? A: It offers insights into the Bamum kingdom's royal arts and the interactions between African creativity and European collectors.
- Q: Can I find information on lesser-known art forms in this book? A: Yes, the book introduces lesser-known art forms that thrived in the villages of the Bamum kingdom.