Roots, Masks and Visions
Non-Governmental Organisation which aims to give broader access to the fundamental tangible and intangible cultural heritage found in various regions of Central Africa (including forest habitats, savannas, rivers, lakes and lagoons).
The organisation seeks to encourage the transmission of traditional Knowledge and practices including philosophy and oral traditions, art and crafts; and the healing skills of the Bantu and Pygmy peoples from the Ogooué basin region of Gabon.
Gabon's rich artistic heritage has provided a major influence for famous modern artists such as Braque, Derain, Picasso, Brancusi and Giacometti.