Spirits speak : a celebration of African masks /

Spirits speak : a celebration of African masks /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Stepan, Peter.
Imprint:	Munich : Prestel, 2005.
Description:	185 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 34 cm. + 1 folded poster, 5 illustrated plates.
Language:	English
Subject:	Masks, African. Masks -- Africa -- Religious aspects. Masks -- Symbolic aspects -- Africa. Masks, African. Masks -- Religious aspects. Masks -- Symbolic aspects. Africa.
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/10079873

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Other authors / contributors:	Hahner-Herzog, Iris, 1956-
ISBN:	3791332287 (hd. bd.) 9783791332284 (hd. bd.)
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 182-185).
Summary:	"Spirits Speak presents a selection of the most important African masks found in major museums and renowned private collections around the globe: an overview such as has never been compiled in this way before. Artistic mastery, charisma, age and authenticity were paramount selection criteria with only the very best examples representing each well-known mask type. An introductory essay elucidates the conceptual intricacies and varying functions of the masks and sweeps away deep-rooted misunderstandings. Enlightening commentaries offer background information about the function and origins of each mask's use within the ethnic groups from which they originate, and a foldout map places them in their original geographical context."--BOOK JACKET.
Other form:	Online version: Spirits speak. Munich ; London : Prestel, 2005 Online version: Spirits speak. Munich ; London : Prestel, 2005

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Summary:	Over 150 images of outstanding African masks from the world's leading museums and private collections reveal the splendour and majesty of these fascinating masterpieces. The masks seen in these pages represent diversity and an aesthetic power that rivals the most famous works of art from around the world. Originating from more than thirty countries, the masks featured here are shown in stunning full-page reproductions and accompanied by field photographs. Enlightening commentaries offer background information about the function and origins of the masks use within the ethnic groups from which they originate. A beautifully produced full-colour fold-out map places each mask in its original site, which together with the stunning reproductions, field photographs and text, creates a magnificent celebration of African artistry and culture. It is the 'best of' African masks book. "Prestel's African Masks" by the same author has sold over 40K copies worldwide.
Physical Description:	185 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 34 cm. +
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 182-185).
ISBN:	3791332287 9783791332284