Aboriginal Art (World of Art)

Aboriginal Art (World of Art)
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â€œThe semi-abstract images . . . display an eerie beauty that is alternately fascinating, inspiring, and disturbing.â€ â€”Los Angeles Times
A superlative introduction to the diversity of Aboriginal art, this concise survey introduces the work of Australiaâ€™s indigenous artists from all parts of the continent. For some 50,000 years, Aboriginal artists have built on traditions and worked in a variety of contexts, from the sacred and secret realm of ceremony to more public spheres, and in media that include painting, sculpture, engraving, constructions, weaving, photography, printmaking, and textile design. For the revised edition, a new chapter maps the latest developments across each of Australiaâ€™s geographical regions. Updated information and some twenty new illustrations highlight the impact of urban living, the growth of local art centers, and the rise of women artistsâ€”all testifying to Aboriginal artâ€™s continued dynamism and vitality. Wally Caruana was Senior Curator of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art at the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, from 1984 to 2001. 231 illustrations, 90 in color
Country USA
Brand Thames & Hudson
Manufacturer Thames & Hudson
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780500204160
ReleaseDate 2013-02-06
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780500204160

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