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Best books to learn African art, in order
There is no single book on African art, because the field covers a continent, three thousand years, and object types — masks, textiles, architecture, brass casting, contemporary installation — that no one discipline handles well.
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African Art: The Best Books to Read, in Order
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning african art?
- There is no single book on African art, because the field covers a continent, three thousand years, and object types — masks, textiles, architecture, brass casting, contemporary installation — that no one discipline handles well.
- What's a good book to start african art with?
- A strong starting point is African Vodun by Suzanne Preston Blier. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after african art?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Medieval art and illuminated manuscripts, Dada and anti-art.