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African Arts are in the spotlight!
The arts of the African continent tell some remarkable stories. To discover some of the great kingdoms of Africa, check our playlist below! And if you prefer contemporary art, no problem: our playlist includes some renowned artists such as Romuald Hazoumè, Zanele Muholi and Chéri Samba.

Discover the meaning and making of the sculptures of the Ife kingdom with Professor John Picton and metallurgist Paul Craddock.

Content produced by : British Museum

On the agenda
video - 5:10
Kingdom of Ife: Ife uncovered
By: British Museum
video - 1:00
The Dahomey Amazons
By: Art Explora
video - 3:17
Interview of Romuald Hazoume
By: Fondation Louis Vuitton
video - 8:01
CHÉRI SAMBA 1/3 – Congo Imagination
By: Our Choices
video - 6:59
CHÉRI SAMBA 2/3 – Asserting your Style
By: Our Choices
video - 7:25
CHÉRI SAMBA 3/3 – From Africa to the World
By: Our Choices
video - 6:55
Zanele Muholi – ‘In My World, Every Human is Beautiful’
By: Tate