Museum
Permanent Exhibitions
Africa
Themes
History of African civilization
Peoples and life-styles of Africa
Ritual and the world of plastic arts
Ethiopian culture
Maghrebian culture
Topical exhibits: The streets of Senegal

Africa is divided into two major regions: North Africa, dominated by Arab-Islamic culture, and Sub-Saharan Africa. The themes, ‘History of African civilization’ and ‘Peoples and life-styles of Africa’ focus on the ethnic cultures of Sub-Saharan Africa. The theme ‘Ritual and the world of plastic arts’ exhibits the unique representations and energy of African art.
Africa
Treasured Objects from the Region
Bridal costume Accessory Accessories
Makonde sculptures Masks for boys' initiation Calabash vessels