The Rock Art of South Africa by A. R Willcox
The Rock Art of South Africa by A. R Willcox - Introduction by Professor J. Desmond Clark
Hardcover
Publisher: Nelson, 1963 First Edition
Condition - Very Good. The dust jacket is a touch edge worn and rubbed, but remains whole and intact. The boards are strong and sturdy. Internally, there are some markings on the end pages but the pages within are clean and complete. Tightly bound and presents handsomely in cellophane.
The Rock Art of South Africa by A.R. Willcox is a landmark work in the study of southern African archaeology and indigenous heritage. Richly illustrated with twenty pages of the author’s own colour gravure photographs and twelve pages of black and white images, this authoritative volume offers a visually stunning and scholarly exploration of South Africa’s ancient rock engravings and petroglyphs. The book also includes detailed maps and black and white drawings that provide greater accuracy and context than photographs alone.
A.R. Willcox, a respected figure in South African archaeology and anthropology, presents these artworks with insight and clarity, offering interpretations of their historical, cultural, and spiritual significance. The volume’s clean, crisp pages and original dust jacket (lightly shelf worn, now protected in cellophane) make this near-fine copy especially appealing to collectors and researchers alike.
An essential reference for anyone interested in rock art, archaeology, or southern African history, The Rock Art of South Africa is both a scholarly treasure and a visual tribute to one of the world’s oldest art traditions.
