A groundbreaking study of the ancient Yoruba city of Ife and its extraordinary sculptural tradition, particularly the renowned bronze and terracotta portrait heads dating from the 12th-15th centuries. Willett examines these masterworks within the broader context of West African art history, analyzing their technical sophistication, aesthetic qualities, and cultural significance. This seminal text challenged Western assumptions about African art and established Ife as one of the world's great artistic centers. Essential reading for scholars of African art history, archaeology, and anyone interested in the classical period of Yoruba civilization and its unparalleled contribution to world sculpture.
Hardback
232 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 groundbreaking study of the ancient Yoruba city of Ife and its extraordinary sculptural tradition, particularly the renowned bronze and terracotta portrait heads dating from the 12th-15th centuries. Willett examines these masterworks within the broader context of West African art history, analyzing their technical sophistication, aesthetic qualities, and cultural significance. This seminal text challenged Western assumptions about African art and established Ife as one of the world's great artistic centers. Essential reading for scholars of African art history, archaeology, and anyone interested in the classical period of Yoruba civilization and its unparalleled contribution to world sculpture.
Hardback
232 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.