African Ceremonies
first edition hardcover
1999 · New York
by BECKWITH, Carol & Angela Fisher
New York: Abrams, 1999. hardcover. near fine. 2 volumes, small folio, black cloth; pictorial slipcase. A monumental exploration of traditional African rites and rituals - baby namings, initiations, weddings, harvest blessings, coronations, healing exorcisms, and funerals among others. Overflowing with some 847 full-color images and 45 maps. 744 pages. New York: Abrams, (1999). Spines evenly faded, still a near fine pair. (Inventory #: 291068)