The dance of the spirits mask styles and performance in the Upper Volta /

African masks seen as museum pieces don't convey the power and beauty that they do in their native environment. This film shows African masks from the country of Burkina Faso in West Africa in their proper context, as used in the ritual dances of the people of this region.

Other Authors: Roy, Christopher D., Henke, Steven., Dennis, Lee., University of Iowa. School of Art and Art History., University of Iowa. University Video Center.
Format: VHS
Language: English
Published: [Iowa City?] : University of Iowa, 1988.
Physical Description: 1 videocassette (28 min.) : sound, color ; 1/2 in.
Series: Art and death in Africa.
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CMU Audio and Visual 1st Floor

LocationCall Number: Status
CMU Audio and Visual 1st Floor VideoC 1602 Available