Describe the Importance of the Head in African Art

question 38

Essay

Describe the importance of the head in African art. How did artists among the different peoples demonstrate its significance in art?

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Definitions:

Eyewitness

A person who has personally seen something happen and so can give a first-hand description of it.

Earthquake

A natural phenomenon occurring due to the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, resulting in ground shaking.

Agoraphobic

A person suffering from agoraphobia, an anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear of places or situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable.

Open Spaces

Areas of land that are not built up and are often preserved for recreation, leisure, or environmental conservation.