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[https://www.britannica.com/art/African-art by Britannica] | [https://www.britannica.com/art/African-art by Britannica] | ||
It is difficult to give a useful summary of the main characteristics of the art of sub-Saharan Africa. The variety of forms and practices is so great that the attempt to do so results in a series of statements that turn out to be just as true of, for example, Western art. Thus, some African art has value as entertainment; some has political or ideological significance; some is instrumental in a ritual context; and some has aesthetic value in itself. | It is difficult to give a useful summary of the main characteristics of the art of sub-Saharan Africa. The variety of forms and practices is so great that the attempt to do so results in a series of statements that turn out to be just as true of, for example, Western art. Thus, some African art has value as entertainment; some has political or ideological significance; some is instrumental in a ritual context; and some has aesthetic value in itself. | ||
=====Magnificence of Ancient African Art: The Rich Heritage and Cultural Significance===== | |||
[https://www.berjartgallery.com/news/magnificence-of-ancient-african-art-the-rich-heritage/ by BERJ] | |||
In ancient Africa, sculptures played a prominent role in artistic expression. The skilled artisans of the time utilized various materials such as wood, bronze, terracotta, and ivory to create magnificent sculptures that continue to inspire awe to this day. These sculptures often took the form of masks, statues, and figurines, each with its own symbolic and cultural significance. | |||
