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5.0 out of 5 stars
the greatest illustrated book of ethiopian sacred art,
This review is from: African Zion: The Sacred Art of Ethiopia (Hardcover)
Ethiopia has one of the most unique and fascinating cultural histories in the world. Due to the isolation stemming from its high mountains and plateaus as well as by the advancing Moslem armies from 500 to 1500 AD, Ethiopia might be termed the Tibet of Africa. However in this case it is Christianity rather than Buddhism which became the binding force of its people. As a result, its art has a pronounced individuality in treating Christian themes and icons. But they possess an unworldly and overwhelming impact in their beauty and artistic integrity. The many color photos show the church painting, bronzework and book illustrations from 1200 to 1800 so the reader gets a vivid conception of the progression of style across the centuries. An essential book!
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African Zion: The Sacred Art of Ethiopia by Marilyn Eiseman Heldman (Paperback - July 24, 1996)
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