Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Definition
The Chokwe peoples are an ethnic group from Central Africa, known for their rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions. They reside primarily in Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Zambia.
A type of mask used by the Chokwe people during ceremonies and rituals to represent ancestral spirits. These masks often depict idealized human faces with intricate details.
Another ethnic group from West Africa known for their artistic traditions. The Baule people are famous for their wooden sculptures, particularly the statues representing spiritual beings.
Kuba Kingdom: An African kingdom located in present-day Democratic Republic of Congo, known for its highly developed art forms such as intricately woven textiles and carved wooden masks.