Introduction to African Art

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Examines the arts of Africa, including sculpture, painting, pottery, textiles, architecture, altar arts, human adornment and performance art, on the basis of style, iconography, and function, and in relation to religious, political, market and daily contexts. Explores the ways in which Africa has been conceived and deconstructs the assumptions shaping each approach. Addresses the processes (and problems) of collecting and displaying African art throughout the course. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).