Made in West AfricaDiscusses the influences of African customs, history, and geography upon art in West Africa. Includes dress, textiles, jewelry, metal sculpture, carving, masks, and pottery. |
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The Textile Arts | 14 |
Metalwork Ivory and Beads | 32 |
Decorated Calabashes | 46 |
Copyright | |
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