How Central African reliquary art shaped the Western avant-garde
In short: This lecture explores the spiritual and historical significance of Central African sculptural works. It examines how these celebrated artistic movements influenced Western modernism and connects these traditions to broader global patterns.
Held in tandem with the 'Eternal Ancestors: The Art of the Central African Reliquary' exhibition, this talk explores the cultural background and religious drivers of these famous carvings. Professor Kairn Klieman analyzes the intersection of environment, religion, and politics in Central African history from early times until approximately 1900 C.E., while also exploring the legacy these works left on the Western avant-garde.
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