Art and craft in Africa : everyday life, ritual, court art

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The book "**Art and Craft in Africa: Everyday Life, Ritual, Court Art**" by Laure Meyer explores the artistic expressions of over 100 African tribes. Key themes and topics that can help draw connections to other books in a library include:

*   **Symbolic and spiritual significance of African objects** This theme connects to books on African religions, mythology, and symbolism in art. It also relates to studies of how different cultures imbue objects with meaning. 【1】
*   **Use of art in everyday life** This topic can be linked to books on African culture, daily life in different African societies, and the role of art in community and family life.
*   **Ritual art** Connects to books about African rituals, ceremonies, and traditional practices. It also relates to studies of religious and spiritual art across different cultures. 【1】
*   **Court art** This theme can be linked to books on African kingdoms, leadership, and the role of art in political power and royal life.
*   **Aesthetic and technical accomplishments of African tribes** This topic connects to books on the history of African art, traditional African crafts, and the diverse artistic techniques used by different tribes. 【2】【3】