The Element Of Terror In Primitive Art (1889)

by Barr Ferree

Book Overview

The Element of Terror in Primitive Art is a book written by Ferree Barr in 1889. The book explores the use of terror in primitive art and how it is used to convey the beliefs and values of the culture. Barr examines various forms of art, including sculpture, painting, and masks, from different cultures around the world, such as Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The author argues that the use of terror in primitive art is not simply for shock value,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120758246
• ISBN13: 9781120758248
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"