The artifacts were stolen by British soldiers in the late 19th century and eventually made their way to a Dutch collection.
Addis Ababa’s demand comes after both universities signed off deals to send Benin Bronzes to Nigeria in 2022, following commitments to “decolonisation” in the wake of Black Lives Matter ...
The Benin Traditional Council (BTC), Edo State, has condemned the misuse and abuse of the Kingdom’s revered customs and traditions, particularly during marriage and burial ceremonies. Chief Norense ...
Known as Victorious Youth, the bronze statue, nearly five feet tall, was recovered in 1964 from the Adriatic Sea by fishermen in the town of Fano. They later sold the figure, dated to 300–100 B ...