African Encounters: Original African Paintings
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If you have enjoyed the works of our artists, then we are sure that you will enjoy the following recommendations. We do!

African Forms

African Forms

Over 400 art objects are presented in this remarkable book. You will come to realize the rich heritage of functional art in Africa. Take a look at this book if you are interested in design, especially modernism.

Contemporary African ArtContemporary African Art

A great introduction to the dynamics underpinning contemporary art in Africa. The book is biased toward works in the Jean Pigozzi Collection, leading to a rather conservative selection of artists. Nonetheless, it includes good material on early movements such as Oshogbo.

Seeing JazzSeeing Jazz

This book combines images of great art with words inspired by sound, to create a very immersive experience. Divided into chapters Rhythm, Improvisation, Call & Response. A truly, beautiful book that makes a great gift.

The Adinkra DictionaryThe Adinkra Dictionary

This book is a good start for those interested in these symbols from Ghana. It features explanation of the Adinkra symbols, including origins, pronunciation and proverbial significance. Highly recommended.

Anne Herbert women sorting fishArtist: Anne Herbert

Visit the web site of Anne Herbert. Anne is a Ghanaian artist living in the UK. Her recent paintings feature people at work. You may see more of her work here.

Faces of AfricaFaces of Africa

The great photography in this book manages to capture the beautiful adornment of African people from different parts of the continent. Another great gift idea.

New Currents, Ancient Rivers

New Currents, Ancient Rivers

Another good introduction to the changes that have led to the birth of this genre of art.

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