Art of Africa | Art History | Khan Academy - Great Zimbabwe National Monument (UNESCO/NHK)

Explore Timeless Artifacts: Journey Through Global Art History's Secrets

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What you'll learn

Understand the historical and cultural significance of various art pieces from different societies.
Recognize key elements and techniques characteristic of diverse art forms and artifacts.
Analyze how art reflects and communicates the values and beliefs of its originating cultures.
Explore the role and influence of traditional art in contemporary cultural contexts.

This course includes

1.5 hours of video
Certificate of completion
Access on mobile and TV

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Keywords

NHK UNESCO World Heritage Patrimoine mondial convention

Full Transcript

The ruins of Great Zimbabwe � the capital of the Queen of Sheba, according to an age-old legend � are a unique testimony to the Bantu civilization of the Shona between the 11th and 15th centuries. The city, which covers an area of nearly 80 ha, was an important trading centre and was renowned from the Middle Ages onwards. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/364/