ISBN:
9780500291627
Language:
English
Pages:
201 S.
,
zahlr. Ill
,
25 cm
DDC:
745.0967/0905
Keywords:
Art, Modern 21st century
;
Textile fabrics
;
Decoration and ornament
;
Handicraft
;
Design History 21st century
;
Design
;
Kunsthandwerk
;
Afrika
;
Afrika
;
Design
;
Kunsthandwerk
Abstract:
Introduction -- Design Africa -- Africa's creative skills -- Design showcase: basketry, ceramics, furniture, lighting & decor, textiles
Abstract:
For the first time, here is a book on contemporary African design that offers a fresh perspective rather than just concentrating on traditional crafts. Includes works from the most prevalent disciplines like basketry, ceramics, metalwork, woodcarving, lighting and decor and textiles and showcase skills that have survived the centuries.
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