Art and Aesthetics in Primitive Societies Carol Jopling 1971 Vintage Paperback

Art and Aesthetics in Primitive Societies: A Critical Anthology, edited by Carol F. Jopling, is a comprehensive collection of essays exploring the creative processes and aesthetic ideas of tribal cultures. Published by E.P. Dutton as a Dutton Paperback Original in 1971, this volume features 24 articles grouped into categories such as psychological, cognitive, and methodological approaches. The anthology includes contributions from notable scholars like Margaret Mead and Claude Lévi-Strauss, providing a chronological look at the development of theory regarding primitive art since 1950. The cover art, designed by James McMullan, features a striking mask illustration that reflects the book's focus on non-Western artistic expression. This vintage softcover is an essential resource for students and enthusiasts of anthropology, art history, and social science.