The most prominent art forms in Africa seen in masks and sculptures. The styles of presenting art differ from one place to another. Wooden Masks and human figures are crucial elements in the art of many peoples in Africa. In early time masks made for religious ceremonies, celebration, and harvesting. The tradition of art tradition remained in ab extent in African before the introduction of Islam. Many African figures used in religious rituals and ceremonial offerings.
Women must be completely covered in public and are under the guardianship of male relatives who must approve activities such as marriage or divorce for the women.