Is it true that the African works of art in the Louvre are at the same artistic level as the Western works?

There are several African works of art at the Louvre and the British Museum. Is it true that they reach the same level of artistic splendor that the Western works of art do? Strictly as an example, are the Benin Bronzes on the same level as any Michaelagelo? What about the other works of African [...]

What is the picture beside the Mona Lisa in the Louvre (Paris)?

What is the picture beside the Mona Lisa in the Louvre (Paris)? Something you might want to know: The Louvre is a building where original and beautiful works of art are stored/hung up. It is in Paris, France. Thanks in advance.