• African Art and Its Beauty and Significance

     

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Published: 30.09.2002.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'African Art and Its Beauty and Significance', 1.
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The traditional art of Africa plays a major part in the
African society. Most ceremonies and activities (such as singing, dancing, storytelling, ect.) can not function without visual art. It can also be used as an implement and insignia of rank or prestige, or have a religious significance.African art consists mainly of sculptures, paintings, fetishes, masks, figures, and decorative objects.
Sculptures are considered to be the greatest achievement for African art.

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