Talk About Tribal Art

From cave painting to aboriginal body artthe first tattoosand from statues to masks, this volume covers the spectrum of tribal art and sets misconceptions straight. Gauguin, Picasso, and Giacometti were inspired by itbut what exactly is tribal art? Exposing old clichs and outdated ideas, this clearly written and vividly illustrated volume explains the art forms key conceptsfrom the basics of material and form, to underlying beliefsand takes the reader through its history, geography, and techniques, from the bright blue statues of the Solomon Islands to pre-Colombian abstract feather artwork. A section on the artists and movements inspired by tribal art attests to its lasting influence, while an illustrated list of the worlds thirty most significant works of tribal art allows the reader to discover their impact firsthand. A glossary of terms, a list of where to see tribal art, and a chronology of major ethnological expeditions and exhibitions complete this indispensable guide to the worlds oldest art form.