Many delegates wanted to defer independence or avoid it outright. Still, Congress did nominate a drafting committeeâthe Committee of Fiveâto compose a declaration of independence. Thomas Jefferson, known for his eloquent writing style and reserved manner, became the principal author.
Sculpture is Africa's greatest art. Wood is used far more than any other material. This means that much African art did not last, because wood is more easily destroyed than stone or metal. Because of this, there are some gaps in our knowledge of African art history.
Ornamental staff head in form of a coiled snake, 9th century bronze, Igbo-Ukwu, Anambra State. Igbo Ukwu Museum is an ancient town known for astonishing metalcrafts and has remained an attraction to tourists because of its bronze artifacts.