تأثر فن النحت الأوربي الحديث بأساليب النحت الإفريقي (الزنجي)‎ : دراسة على أعمال بيكاسو

Abstract EN

This study aimed at investigating the influence of old African (negro) sculpture on European modern sculpture, in terms of concepts and methods.

The study procedures Followed a descriptive approach through which, six samples of old African (negro) Sculpture were described and compared to three European modern art works of Pablo Picasso selected for its apparent similarities.

Main findings show that modern European Sculpture, represented by Pablo picasso's works, was influenced by old African (negro) Sculpture in terms of form and content.

The abstract nature (distorted features) of old African (negro) sculpture was clearly apparent in the sample works of European modern Sculpture under study.

These findings imply that European modern art is influenced by Old African (negro) sculpture.

The study recommended more studies should be Conducted on indigenous art to identify its values, concepts, beliefs and influences.