And young South African women are embracing the doek (as it is known in Afrikaans). One of the most popular forms of headscarves across Africa is the gele from West Africa. It can be incredibly ...

In Wiley’s rendering, Judith is depicted as a black woman and Holofernes as a white woman. Fans of the Obama portrait will recognize Wiley’s photo-realistic human figures, distinct colors and ...

two defining symbols and characteristics of a woman whose craft and influence knew no borders. Zanele Muholi uses her self-portraits to tell the story of South Africa's political history.

A black-and-white etching on paper, an art form that has been around for 500 years. A portrait of a woman. In the background, probably some kind of domestic interior. A simple title, American Girl.

The term "Moorish Woman" in the title suggests that the woman was from the northwest region of Africa and of the Muslim faith. This beautiful charcoal likeness, used in the broadcast program and ...