The arts of Africa at the Dallas Museum of Art:

"This book showcases 110 objects from the Dallas Museum of Art's world-renowned African collection. In contrast to Western "art for art's sake," tradition-based African art served as an agent of religion, social stability, or social control. Chosen both for their visual appe...

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Corporate Author: Dallas Museum of Art (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Dallas Dallas Museum of Art [2009]
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Online Access:DE-255
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Summary:"This book showcases 110 objects from the Dallas Museum of Art's world-renowned African collection. In contrast to Western "art for art's sake," tradition-based African art served as an agent of religion, social stability, or social control. Chosen both for their visual appeal and their compelling histories and cultural significance, the works of art are presented under the themes of leadership and status; the cycle of life; decorative arts; and influences (imported and exported). Also included are many fascinating photographs that show the context in which these objects were originally used"--Publisher's description
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (319 Seiten) 221 Illustrationen (chiefly color), Karte
ISBN:0300253605
9780300253603
DOI:10.37862/aaeportal.00186