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=====History of African Art from Ancient Traditions to Modern Expression===== | |||
[https://www.tilmagazine.com.ng/2025/05/history-of-african-art-from-ancient.html by TIL MAGAZINE 20/5/25] | |||
African art history is one of the richest and most diverse visual traditions in the world, deeply embedded in the cultural, spiritual, and social fabric of the continent. The evolution of African art—from ancient carvings to modern installations—reflects a profound journey shaped by tradition, colonial disruption, and global recognition. From prehistoric rock paintings in Algeria’s Tassili n’Ajjer and South Africa’s Drakensberg Mountains, African artists have always used visual expression to document their world, celebrate rituals, and communicate with the spiritual realm. These early forms of traditional African art were far more than decorative, they were essential to survival, storytelling, and belief systems. | |||
