Description
This text provides an overview of African art history, with a focus on the development of the field. The text discusses various aspects of African art, such as the medium, technique, style, and meaning of art objects. Additionally, the text discusses the creative process and the changes that have taken place in African art over time. The text includes numerous photographs and drawings to help illustrate its points.
This is a pioneering introduction to a subject that is still at an early srage of academic development. It aims to provide the reader with a systematic method for the historical understanding of African art. Professor Vansina considers the medium, technique, style and meaning of art objects and examines the creative process through which they come into being. Numerous photographs and drawings illustrate his arguments, and help to explain the changes that have taken place.