A Host of Devils
The History and Context of the Making of Makonde Spirit Sculpture
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:22nd Jun '12
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A Host of Devils provides an in-depth account of the background, origin and development of the spirit figure sculptures which emerged during colonial times among the Makonde people of Mozambique.
The creation of such works is shown to connect with a regional system of knowledge and practice, within which spirits function as a format for expression. The book describes the ways in which the sculpture emerged, as well as the author's experience of learning how to carve.
'An attractive and intersting book.'
'This is a book that should be in every library devoted to African art.' - T.O.Beidelman, Anthropos
'This is a book that should be in every library devoted to African art.' - T.O.Beidelman, Anthropos
ISBN: 9780415511018
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 453g
266 pages