A comprehensive study of sculptural traditions from Côte d'Ivoire, documenting the remarkable diversity of Ivorian artistic expression. Holas examines masks, figurative sculptures, and ritual objects from various ethnic groups including the Dan, Baule, Senufo, and others, analyzing their formal qualities, cultural functions, and spiritual significance. Published during a pivotal period in African art scholarship, this French-language volume combines ethnographic insight with aesthetic appreciation, making it valuable for collectors, art historians, and students of West African material culture seeking authoritative documentation of Ivorian sculptural heritage.
Paperback
196 pages
Please note: All titles are vintage or out-of-print editions. While condition may differ from images shown, each book is in good condition unless stated otherwise.
A comprehensive study of sculptural traditions from Côte d'Ivoire, documenting the remarkable diversity of Ivorian artistic expression. Holas examines masks, figurative sculptures, and ritual objects from various ethnic groups including the Dan, Baule, Senufo, and others, analyzing their formal qualities, cultural functions, and spiritual significance. Published during a pivotal period in African art scholarship, this French-language volume combines ethnographic insight with aesthetic appreciation, making it valuable for collectors, art historians, and students of West African material culture seeking authoritative documentation of Ivorian sculptural heritage.
Paperback
196 pages
Please note: All titles are vintage or out-of-print editions. While condition may differ from images shown, each book is in good condition unless stated otherwise.