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African Masks: From the Barbier-Mueller Collection (African, Asian & Oceanic Art) Book
Mysterious, graceful, and majestic, the African mask has long been the subject of great fascination for those interested in tribal civilizations and cultures. Now available in paperback, this beautiful volume presents nearly 250 of the finest African masks from the incomparable Barbier-Mueller Collection, which is unique in its vast number of masterpieces and wide geographic scope. The book includes one hundred color 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 celebrations. An introductory text by renowned scholars describes how the masks are constructed, examines their significance in African culture, and offers insight into the universal practice of masquerading. A unique contribution to literature on African art, this book is also a wonderful introduction to countless fascination, ages-old spiritual traditions still being practiced today.Read More
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- 3791318063
- 9783791318066
- Iris Hahner-Herzog, Maria Kecskesi, Lazlo Vajda
- 23 March 1998
- Prestel
- Hardcover (Book)
- 287
- illustrated edition
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