Seeing the Unseen

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Exploring the complexities of knowledge in art, Susan Elizabeth Gagliardi delves into the interplay between the seen and unseen in western West African arts. She highlights how ambiguity plays a crucial role in artistic design, suggesting that attempts to pin down exact meanings often overlook deeper insights. Through the examination of various assemblages and performances, Gagliardi invites readers to reconsider the ways in which art conveys meanings and the significance of context in understanding these works. The book ultimately challenges conventional perceptions of knowledge in art.