Ethiopian Icons
| Author | : Addis Ababa University. Institute of Ethiopian Studies |
| Publisher | : Milano : Skira |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2000 |
| ISBN-10 | : 8881186462 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9788881186464 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (464 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Ethiopian Icons by : Addis Ababa University. Institute of Ethiopian Studies
Download or read book Ethiopian Icons written by Addis Ababa University. Institute of Ethiopian Studies and published by Milano : Skira. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By virtue of its geographic situation, the art of Ethiopia belongs to Africa, however its development was inevitably shaped by historical events. As a result, it is closely linked to models derived from the artistic traditions of Byzantium, and also incorporates elements of Islamic culture and those originating in the Indian sub-continent. The volume presents a comprehensive catalogue of the exceptional collection of paintings on wood belonging to the Institute of Ethiopian Studies in Addis Ababa.
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