Tubali: Hausa Architecture in Northern Nigeria

01/01/1995

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0hr 45min

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Documentary

STORY

The beautiful architecture of Hausa cities in Northern Nigeria is examined in this film. Local builders, architects, and a museum curator explain the development of the Hausa style and traditional methods of construction. Master craftsmen and their apprentices show how traditional architectural forms influence contemporary design. Hausa building technology, as well as the social, religious and aesthetics of Hausa architecture are also discussed (DER).

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • Donald Arthur

    Director

  • Sabine Jell-Bahlsen

INFORMATION

    Production Companies

    Production Countries

  • Nigeria

LANGUAGES