Olayinka: A Woman's View: The Life of an African Modern Artist

by Simon Ottenberg

Miranda Olayinka Burney-Nicol, who signed her work OLAYINKA, was a pioneer in modern African art. She belonged to the first generation of African artists who did not follow indigenous art practices, but drew a variety of European media into her work while simultaneously adapting them. This comprehensive overview features various photos of the artist's work and includes interviews and personal correspondence. Ottenberg has produced a fitting tribute...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592218334
• ISBN13: 9781592218332
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Africa Research and Publications
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.