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  E-mail Message: I thought you might be interested in this item at http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/1085148519 Title: The artfulness of death in Africa Author: John Mack Publisher: London : Reaktion Books, 2019. ©2019 ISBN/ISSN: 1789141230 9781789141238 OCLC:1085148519

  
  

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The artfulness of death in Africa

Author:	John Mack
Publisher:	London : Reaktion Books, 2019. ©2019
Edition/Format:	Print book : English
Summary:	If weddings are the most lavish events in most parts of the world, in Sub-Saharan Africa, by contrast, it is funerals. Funeral celebrations can be flamboyant occasions, particularly those honouring prominent people. Artworks of many kinds are created to commemorate the dead, from mortuary sculptures and extravagant coffins, to elaborate headstones, memorials, monuments and cenotaphs. This is a unique survey of the artful nature of funerals in Africa. Drawing on a wide range of historical, anthropological, archaeological, art historical and literary sources, John Mack charts the full range of African funereal art, drawing on examples from across the continent, and from ancient times to today. Featuring abundant illustrations, some of which have never been published before, this is essential reading for those interested in African art, culture, society and history.  Read more...
Subjects	Funeral rites and ceremonies -- Africa, Sub-Saharan. Sepulchral monuments -- Africa, Sub-Saharan. Funeral decorations -- Africa, Sub-Saharan. View all subjects
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