Peter Storr Garlake was a Zimbabwean archaeologist and art historian whose work significantly advanced the study of Great Zimbabwe and the art of Ife, Nigeria. His influential research delved into the complex histories and cultural achievements of these ancient African civilizations. Garlake's meticulous approach and insightful analysis provided crucial understanding of their architecture, artistry, and societal structures. His contributions remain foundational for scholars exploring the rich heritage of southern and western Africa.
This new history of over 5000 years of African art reveals its true diversity for the first time. Challenging centuries of misconceptions that have obscured the sophisticated nature of African art, Peter Garlake uses the latest research and archaeological findings to offer exciting new insights.