To find books and eBooks available at the UW Libraries, you will first want to do a keyword search for "African art" in the search box available from the library homepage, or use the search below. If you can't find a book you need, Ask Us via chat, or submit an inter-library (ILL) request. ILL is where we find the book you need from another library and negotiate to have it sent to you here at UW to borrow.
Keep in mind when searching that it can be worth experimenting with specific African countries, regions, tribes, or cultures in your keyword searches.
Why duplicate time and effort when scholars and experts have already pulled together lists of sources related to African Art? Save time and explore these resources when starting your bibliography.
Dissertations and theses are often overlooked when building a bibliography, but they are some of the best sources when gathering sources for your research topic. Some dissertations may have hundreds of references on a very specific topic - quite possibly one you're currently researching! Use the guide below to learn how to find them.
The Art Library houses many other African art exhibition catalogs - here are just a few from various museums around the world.