African Art

The History of African Art Legacies

mikegriffis7 — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:46:00 +0000

African art has an origin long before history was recorded.

Think of the Egyptian Pharaohs and their obsession with tombs and head gear. How they used color to bring forth a message or inner beliefs. The southern tribes of Africa also played a essential role in art, depicting their daily life on rock canvases.

The human figure is extensively used as a subject for artists. Various an artist would drawn from childhood experiences by using an elder or a drummer or a water bearer as a subject matter. These models could be alive or deceased. It is also not unusual to craft a figure which is equally human and creature or human and god-like.

The African art has numerous emphasis, one of which is the human figure and is the most admired subject matter for both well-known artists as well as those who wish to be one. The African art can present various types of figures such as a chief or a dancer or a drummer. Humans can also be presented in the form of the alive or the dead as well as a fusion with god-like and animal-like figures.

Their art is also captured in ceremonial events and in the performance art. Because of this, consideration to minute detail is given, to craft the illusion of a living being. Ceremonial fabrics are woven or decked out in such a way that the wearer becomes the sculpture or spirit.

Of course, the most essential aspect of African Art is when it is used in ceremonial events. Masks are handcrafted depicting gods or animals or mythical creatures. These masks are worn with a particular aim in mind. The performance genre is also largely used to produce art, whereby the artist will weave or paint a costume that when worn by the performer, will alter them into a spiritual being or an ancestor.

Acacia Wood Carvings Testimonials

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Buying authentic African artwork

mikegriffis7 — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:42:48 +0000

Before buying African Art, there are a few things that you should be aware of. If you are interested in purchasing art that is very old and authentic, maybe an African Mask that was actually used in rituals, be prepared to open up your pocket books. Most people can’t afford these pricey pieces, but there are other alternatives without having to acquire low-cost fakes or items that were never even touched by a true African artist.

Many stores, including those on the web claim to sell authentic African Art. Sadly , many of these pieces are not from Africa at all. Many of these fake items are copied and mass created in places like Indonesia and China. On occasion, these pieces are even created using toxic paints and dyes. To the trained eye these pieces are usually effortless to spot because they have more of an island theme rather than real African art. Beauty is relative, so if you like the look of these items and you are not really too troubled with owning something that was crafted in Africa, then go for it. You can usually find these pieces at a very discounted price.

Now, if you are interested in buying real authentic African art that will not cause you to go broke, there is another alternative. Over the past few years, a booming African home decor industry was born due to the popularity of African art. Loads of of these items are produced in places like Ghana, Kenya etc. These African artists are extremely talented wood carvers and artists. They make beautiful art in mass quantities and export them to buyers around the planet. This has permitted almost everyone the opportunity to obtain affordable African art that is 100% authentic.

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African products and the people that benefit from Fair Trade

mikegriffis7 — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:15:37 +0000

The challenges of third world countries are a well known problem to most people, but what to do to help out these countries is much more difficult to understand. I definitely don’t have all the answers on how to eradicate poverty around the world, but I do know of one way to make a small difference in the lives of the African citizens.
A lot of African villages don’t even have some of the most basic necessities such as running water, electricity, proper sanitation, education, healthcare and the list goes onMost of the time, those that are affected the most are women, children and the elderly. One way that these terrible conditions are improving is through trade and in particular fair trade. By purchasing gorgeous handcrafted art from Africa, we not only obtain extremely good-looking items for our home décor, but we also help to improve the lives of others.
Fair trade can make a tremendous impact on African communities. Such an impact is formed because fair trade approaches progress as a holistic procedure. A lot of African lives have been positively changed through this process. Families are able to acquire schooling, dietary requirements are being met, fundamental healthcare expenses are being covered, hospitals and schools are being built, the poor (especially women) are being empowered and are becoming valued members of their communities, cultural techniques are being revitalized and so much more.
So what are the processes of fair trade? Buyers and producers work directly with each other to build up commercial relations, trust and mutual respect. The consumers and producers are both expected to hold fast to the ideas and policies of the Fair Trade federation. established by the International Fair Trade federation. Both the buyer and the producer group agree to uphold human civil rights, especially those of women, kids and people with disabilities. As consumers and producers meet milestones, they are expected to continuously progress upon these standards. When trade encompasses these practices, the lives of all people and their communities improve.
Fairtrade is the true way to purchase African Art . It puts a grin on the faces of children in Africa, and it makes their life much more manageable. If you are interested in purchasing you may want to make sure that the business you are dealing with adheres to the fair trade policies or sources their goods from businesses that are members of the Fair Trade Federation.

African Masks

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