... being built and will sell at the end of this year. The artist holds a respected position in African tribal society. It is his job to provide the various masks and sculptures for use in social and religious ceremonies. His training, which may last many years, involves the knowledge of traditional carving techniques and how these apply to the social and religious ... true position in the art of mankind. The Function of an African Mask In the early 20th Century, artists like Pablo Picasso and Andre Derain were inspired by the bold abstract designs in African tribal masks. They collected an...

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