Description
This book tells the life story of Nike Davies, an artist from Nigeria who is known nationally and internationally for her work in batik. It also discusses the ways in which women in contemporary Yaruba society have tried to mitigate the effects of male rule and the ways in which Davies' art reflects this struggle.
Presents the life history of Nike Davies, one of the few African women known nationally and internationally in contemporary art circles. In addition, this book illustrates strategies developed by women to mitigate male rule and presents a critique of women's place in contemporary Yaruba society.
Related Products
