Art - African

On Restoration, And A Notice Of His Works In Connection With The Historical Monuments Of France (1875) is a book written by Eugene-Emmanuel Viollet-Le-Duc. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of restoration and its connection with the historical monuments of France....

Protecting, healing, or punishing--people of various eras and origins have attributed such powers to the sculptures that are being presented together here for the first time: be it the sculpture of the Mangaaka from what is today the Republic of Congo, the protective goddess...

Wax Portraits and Silhouettes is a book written by Ethel Stanwood Bolton and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of creating wax portraits and silhouettes. It includes detailed instructions on the techniques and materials required to create these...

""A Study of Navajo Symbolism"" is a comprehensive exploration of the rich and complex symbolism found in the traditional culture of the Navajo people. Written by Franc Johnson Newcomb, a renowned anthropologist who spent many years living among the Navajo, this book offers a...

Featuring a rich array of magnificent artworks from the British Museum and beyond, the book showcases some of the most exquisite works of wood, stone, ceramics, beadwork, textiles and metalwork from Africa - from the Mediterranean coast to the Cape and from the Atlantic...

Reynard The Fox is a book written by Joseph Jacinto Mora in 1901. It is a classic tale of Reynard, the cunning and sly fox, who always manages to outsmart his enemies with his wit and intelligence. The book is a collection of stories...

""Mythology and Monuments of Ancient Athens"" is a book that was translated by Jane E. Harrison. It is a portion of the Attica of Pausanias, which is a Greek travelogue from the second century AD. The book provides a comprehensive description of the mythology...

Everyday Life In Washington: With Pen And Camera (1900) is a book written by Charles Melville Pepper that provides a vivid and detailed description of the daily life in Washington D.C. during the turn of the 20th century. The book features a collection of...

The Renaissance by Wallace K. Ferguson is a comprehensive book that explores the cultural, intellectual, and artistic movement that took place in Europe between the 14th and 17th centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the revival of classical learning, the...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Modern Art In America is a comprehensive book written by Walter Pach that explores the evolution of modern art in America. The book covers the period from the early 1900s to the mid-20th century, during which time American art underwent a significant transformation. Pach...

De Chirico, Metaphysical Paintings: Petite Encyclopedie De L'Art, V46 is a book that focuses on the works of the Italian artist, Giorgio de Chirico. Specifically, it delves into his metaphysical paintings, which are known for their dreamlike, surreal qualities. The book is part of...

Catalogue Of The Egyptian Antiquities In The Ashmolean Museum, Oxford (1881) is a comprehensive reference book written by Greville John Chester. The book contains a detailed catalog of the Egyptian antiquities that are housed in the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. The author provides a...

""Techniques of Painting"" by Henry Gasser is a comprehensive guide to the various methods and techniques used in painting. This book covers a wide range of topics including the materials and tools needed for painting, color theory, composition, brushwork, and more. Gasser provides detailed...

""Indian Art: Essays"" is a collection of essays written by H. G. Rawlinson, K. De B. Codrington, J. V. S. Wilkinson, and John Irwin, edited by Richard Winstedt. The book explores various aspects of Indian art, including its history, styles, techniques, and cultural significance....

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Symbolism For Artists: Creative And Appreciative is a comprehensive guidebook that explores the use of symbolism in art. Written by Henry Turner Bailey, an American educator and author, this book is an essential resource for artists who want to incorporate symbolism into their work...

Combining the wisdom of ancient Egypt with the decadent style of the Art Nouveau movement, this Rider-Waite-Smith-style deck is filled with meaning. Scenes from ancient Egypt are framed with flowing decorative motifs that elevate your reading experience. Featuring gods and goddesses for the major...

""Still Life Painting in America"" by Wolfgang Born is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of still life painting in the United States. The book covers the period from the early colonial era to the present day, examining the works of prominent...

The Catalogue of the European Armor and Arms in the Wallace Collection at Hertford House is a comprehensive guide to the collection of armor and arms housed in the Wallace Collection museum in Hertford House. The book is authored by Guy Francis Laking, a...

Metropolitan Seminars In Art, Portfolio 1: What Is A Painting? is a comprehensive guide to the world of painting, written by John Edwin Canaday. The book is part of a series of art education materials designed to introduce readers to the key concepts and...

""Philip Hooker: A Contribution To The Study Of The Renaissance In America"" is a book written by Edward W. Root. This book is a comprehensive study of the life and work of Philip Hooker, an American architect who lived during the Renaissance period. The...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The Seal Cylinders of Western Asia is a book written by William Hayes Ward and first published in 1910. The book explores the history and significance of seal cylinders, which were small, cylindrical objects used for sealing documents in ancient Western Asia. Ward provides...

Utilizing a similar tempera-on-papyrus style that she used to create the Egyptian Tarot, illustrator Silvana Alasia presents an inspiring oracle that captures the mystical feel of ancient Egyptian art. With a palette of primary colors, Alasia depicts gods, such as Ra, Amon-Ra, Horas, Nefhti,...

The Prophetic Books of William Blake: Jerusalem is a collection of poems and illustrations by the famous English poet and artist, William Blake. The book is a part of Blake's larger series of prophetic works, which includes books such as The Book of Urizen,...

The Book of the Art of Cennino Cennini is a practical treatise on the art of painting during the Quattrocento period, written by Cennino Cennini in the 14th century. This particular edition of the book, which was published in 1899, includes a contemporary translation...

The book ""Display of Heraldry Manifesting a More Easy Access to the Knowledge Thereof"" by John Gullim is a comprehensive guide to the study of heraldry. The book provides a detailed explanation of the symbols and designs used in heraldry, as well as the...

The daughter of Haitian journalist and pro-democracy activist Jean L opold Dominique, who was assassinated in 2000, Jan J. Dominique offers a memoir that provides a uniquely personal perspective on the tumultuous end of the twentieth century in Haiti. Wandering Memory is her elegy...

Chinese Calligraphy by Lucy Driscoll is a comprehensive guide to the art of Chinese calligraphy. The book delves into the history and philosophy of Chinese calligraphy, exploring the role it has played in Chinese culture and society throughout the centuries. The author also provides...

Great Benin: Its Customs, Art and Horrors is a comprehensive book written by H. Ling Roth, detailing the customs, art, and history of the ancient kingdom of Benin. The book provides a detailed account of the culture, traditions, and way of life of the...

On The One And Only Transmigrant is a scholarly journal article written by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and published in the American Oriental Society's Journal in April-June 1944. The article explores the concept of the transmigration of the soul in Hindu philosophy, drawing on ancient...

David Teniers The Younger is a book that was originally published in 1907 and written by the artist David Teniers himself. The book is a collection of Teniers' paintings and drawings, as well as a detailed account of his life and career as an...

""Dress: A Paper Read Before The Association For The Advancement Of Women"" is a book written by Abby Williams May and first published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of clothing, fashion, and dress codes throughout different periods of...

The Private Life of the Ancient Egyptians is a book published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art that delves into the daily lives of the ancient Egyptians, exploring the customs, beliefs, and practices that shaped their private lives. The book is written by a...

""Portrait and Figure Painting"" is a book written by Frank Fowler and originally published in 1894. The book serves as a comprehensive guide to painting portraits and figures, providing detailed instructions on techniques, materials, and composition. Fowler covers topics such as the anatomy of...

This book showcases images of Ocean Beings in Africa, specifically southern and East Africa. It reflects Africa's coastal intangible cultural heritage, that is, the ritual practices, beliefs and symbolism of humans engaged with the ocean - as well as Africa's coastal tangible cultural heritage...

The Chi can be considered as the 'summary' of an individual and is the ultimate source of success and failures.The Chiology way to happiness is a systematic approach intended to increase love and happiness in the Chi of an individual.Negative emotions such as revenge,...

The ultimate and authoritative introduction to Songye culture, sculpture, masks, and iron forging This lavishly illustrated book brings a new approach to the masterpieces of Songye, a Bantu ethnic group from the central Democratic Republic of the Congo, exploring the styles of the different...

The book ""Loan Exhibition of Paintings by Henri Matisse: April 5 to May 1, 1954"" by Paul Rosenberg and Company is a catalog of an art exhibition featuring the works of the renowned French artist Henri Matisse. The exhibition was held from April 5...

The goal of this book was to create a way for viewers to experience my paintings & poetry in a art gallery environment. I wanted to simulate the journey that is taken when you visit an art exhibit. This is a snapshot in time...

Cleopatra: A Story of Power, Intrigue and Romance Author: Sahil A Gosalia Step into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt with "Cleopatra: A Story of Power, Intrigue and Romance" by renowned author Sahil A Gosalia. Discover the compelling story of one of the most...

Exiled mentally from thoughts of being King. Told my history started with slavery and my offspring destined for the same suffering. Kept quiet, expressing one's theories felt vain. Till' the heart conquered this tongue and pen. Enlightening a rebellious spirit to proceed humane. B.Daley...

Most of the books in the Enjoying Great Art series are topical - on a variety of topics ranging from horses to nobility, and from necklaces to maps. But occasionally, the need arises to focus on a particular artist. Leonardo da Vinci was the...

A richly illustrated history of photography in one of the epicenters of African modernity When the daguerreotype first arrived in sub-Saharan Africa in the early nineteenth century, local kingdoms still held power in Senegal and the French presence was limited to trading outposts along...

Rejected Chappies Facts is a collection of 'Did you know? facts' which, although often relating to intangible reflections on life, are still regarded as factual dispositions by the author.Author: Rejected ChappieISBN-10: 8635170334ISBN-13: 9798635170335Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/08/2020Pages: 92Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 7.99h x 5.00w x...

Author: Luke DixonISBN-10: 1908904801ISBN-13: 9781908904805Publisher: Northern Bee BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/24/2015Pages: 76Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.16d

Persons of Courage and Renown is a theoretically engaged ethnography by a social/cultural anthropologist that explores issues of culture, memory, creativity, and power by analyzing beloved, yet vulnerable, actors, acting, and play performances in Tamajaq-speaking, predominantly Muslim, traditionally stratified, and semi-nomadic Tuareg communities in...

""The Horse In Art: From Primitive Times To The Present"" by Lida L. Fleitmann is a comprehensive exploration of the representation of horses in art throughout history. The book covers the early depictions of horses in cave paintings and ancient civilizations, through the Renaissance...

- Lavishly illustrated in full color, the volume features 119 African artists drawn from 10 countries including influential figures like Ben Enwonwu, Uche Okeke, Bruce Onobrakpeya, Ablade Glover, El Anatsui, and Ludovic FadairoPassion, intellectual curiosity, and intuition inspired His Royal Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred...