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Early Art and Architecture of Africa (Oxford History of Art),Used
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This new history of over 5,000 years of African art reveals its true diversity for the first time. Challenging centuries of misconceptions that have obscured the sophisticated nature of African art, Garlake focuses on seven key regionssouthern Africa, Nubia, Aksum, the Niger River, West Africa, Great Zimbabwe, and the East African coasttreating each in detail and setting them in their social and historical context. Garlake is long familiar with and has extensive practical experience of both the archaeology and the art history of Africa. Using the latest research and archaeological findings, he offers exciting new insights into the works native to these areas, and he also puts forth new interpretations of several key cultures and monuments.Acknowledging the universal allure of the African art object, this stunning book helps us to understand more about the ways in which this art was produced, used, and received.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Early Art and Architecture of Africa'? A: The book focuses on over 5,000 years of African art, highlighting the diversity and sophistication of art across seven key regions, including southern Africa, Nubia, and West Africa.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Peter Garlake, who has extensive experience in archaeology and art history related to Africa.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: It covers the social and historical contexts of African art, new insights from the latest research, and interpretations of key cultures and monuments.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on July 18, 2002.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, it is suitable for academic use as it provides detailed insights into African art history and is based on extensive research.
- Q: How many pages does 'Early Art and Architecture of Africa' have? A: The book has 216 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of the book is paperback.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: Yes, the book includes illustrations that support the discussion of African art and architecture.
- Q: Is there an index or bibliography in the book? A: Yes, the book includes an index and bibliography for further reference and research.