The art of Benin
Ben-Amos, Paula1995
Book
This is an illustrated introduction to the art and history of the ancient kingdom of Benin from the 14th century to the 20th century, one of the most sophisticated kingdoms in Africa. This book explains the role played by art in Benin life: at court, in homes, in the capital and in the villages.
Main title:
The art of Benin / Paula Girshick Ben-Amos.
Work:
Edition:
Rev. ed.
Imprint:
London : British Museum Press, c1995.
Collation:
128p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25cm.
Notes:
Previous ed.: London : Thames & Hudson, 1980.Bibliography: p123-126. _ Includes index.'Published for the Trustees of the British Museum by British Museum Press' - t.p.
ISBN:
9780714125206 (pbk)
Dewey class:
730.0966709.6693
Language:
English
BRN:
337380