Beschreibung
The book aim to explore the psychological and philosophical cultural views of African art as a phenomenon that communicate ideas based on the convictions of the society that created them, as well as reflects the construction of social hierarchies.The word NMUO means spirit in the language of the Igbos of Nigeria; and it is believed that certain sacred objects embodies energy effective in rituals which can be positive or negative, however, the power of these rituals is reflected in the beauty. Symbolism, and spirituality of the collection discussed.But the highest power and the glory belongs to the God Almighty.
Autorenporträt
Oscar Mokeme is a collector. An educator,and a public speaker. The founding director of the museum of African culture in Portland Maine USA. Oscar is the founding director for the Museum of African Culture in Portland Maine, USA.
