Afro-Atlantic Histories

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"Afro-Atlantic Histories" showcases over 400 works by 200 artists spanning the 16th to the 21st centuries. It explores the dynamic connections between Africa, the Americas, the Caribbean, and Europe. This book seeks to draw parallels and dialogues within the visual cultures of these Afro-Atlantic regions, delving into their experiences, creations, beliefs, and philosophies. It embraces the fluidity of the so-called Black Atlantic, transcending borders. Notably, the Portuguese term "histórias" in the title carries a dual meaning encompassing fiction and nonfiction, personal, political, economic, cultural, and mythological narratives. The book categorizes the artworks into eight thematic groups, featuring artists like Kara Walker, Romare Bearden, and Alma Thomas.

"Afro-Atlantic Histories" showcases over 400 works by 200 artists spanning the 16th to the 21st centuries. It explores the dynamic connections between Africa, the Americas, the Caribbean, and Europe. This book seeks to draw parallels and dialogues within the visual cultures of these Afro-Atlantic regions, delving into their experiences, creations, beliefs, and philosophies. It embraces the fluidity of the so-called Black Atlantic, transcending borders. Notably, the Portuguese term "histórias" in the title carries a dual meaning encompassing fiction and nonfiction, personal, political, economic, cultural, and mythological narratives. The book categorizes the artworks into eight thematic groups, featuring artists like Kara Walker, Romare Bearden, and Alma Thomas.

Author: Edited with text by Adriano Pedrosa, Tomás Toledo. Text by Ayrson Heráclito, Deborah Willis, Hélio Menezes, Kanitra Fletcher, Lilia Moritz Schwarcz, Vivian Crockett.

Publisher: Delmonico Books / Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Format: Hardcover

Condition: New