Masks, Fetishes and Other Obsessions: A Voyage into Traditional African Art

Synopsis: Lekha Sarkar explores the myths and stereotypes associated with traditional African masks and through them their associated cultures. She traces her journey to Togo and the Cameroon, to High priests, healers, and magicians, a voodoo temple and traditional ritualistic feasts. Sarkar also searches in Switzerland for the answers to her questions about traditional African art.
Language: German (Standard)
Country: Switzerland
Year of release: 2008
Subjects: Anthropology
Keywords: art - African; ethnology; masks; religious belief and practice; rituals

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