Henok Melkamzer : telsem symbols and imagery /

"Drawing from astrology, religion and spirituality, the Ethiopian art form of telsem interweaves symbols, drawings and texts imbued with spiritual and philosophical significance. Shaped throughout the ages by the sociopolitical and cultural histories of Ethiopia, telsem--with its ancient inspir...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors:	Giorgis, Elizabeth W. (Author, Editor), Asfaw, Semeneh Ayalew (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Milano, Italy : Skira editore S.p.A., 2024.
Edition:	First edition.
Subjects:	Melkamzer, Henok. Painting, Ethiopian > 21st century > Exhibitions. Art, Modern > African influences > 21st century > Exhibitions. Spirituality in art > Exhibitions.

Table of Contents:

Foreword / Hoor Al Qasimi
Introduction / Julie Mehretu
Henok Melkamzer: Telsem symbols and imagery / Elizabeth W. Giorgis
Henok's world of Telsem / Semeneh Ayalew Asfaw
Works
Artist biography
Authors biographies
Exhibition credits.