Benin Bronzes - Wikipedia
The Benin Bronzes are a group of several thousand [a] metal plaques and sculptures that decorated the royal palace of the Kingdom of Benin, in what is now Edo State, Nigeria. The metal plaques were produced by the Guild of Benin Bronze Casters, now located in Igun Street, also known as Igun-Eronmwon Quarters.
Benin Bronzes - British Museum
The 'Benin Bronzes' (made of brass and bronze) are a group of sculptures which include elaborately decorated cast relief plaques, commemorative heads, animal and human figures, items of royal regalia, and personal ornaments.
Benin Bronzes | History, Art, British Museum, Controversy, …
2024年11月23日 · Benin Bronzes, loose term used to describe thousands of artworks looted in 1897 by the British army during its violent invasion of Benin City, the capital of the historic kingdom of Benin (located in what is now Nigeria). The works were largely made between the 15th and the 19th century by guilds of the royal court of the oba, or king, and ...
Pair of Bronze Lion Sculptures in the Benin Style, 1960s - 1stDibs
This is a great pair of Benin style bronze sculptures. Each lion displays great character and incredible detail, please have a look at all our photographs for a closer look. The male lion has a small antelope in his jaws and the female is clearly delighted at the prospect of a good meal. Interesting - as it is usually the females of the pride ...
Bronzes du Bénin — Wikipédia
Les bronzes du Bénin sont un ensemble de plus d'un millier de plaques de laiton originaire du palais royal situé à Edo, capitale du royaume du Bénin, dans l'actuel Nigeria. Elles ont été fabriquées entre le milieu du XVI e siècle et le milieu du XVIII e siècle par le peuple Edo .
Fon Dahomey (Benin) Bronze Lion - Michael Backman Ltd
Unusually Large Cast Bronze Lion & Prey. Fon People, Dahomey (Benin) 19th century. length: 40cm, height: 18.5cm, weight: 2,029g. This bronze image of a lion from the Fon people of what is now Benin in west Africa is unusual large. It has been cast using the lost wax process.
Benin Bronzes and the Auction World: Past, Present, and Future
2021年4月26日 · How were the Benin Bronzes scattered, and where should they go? Who bears responsibility for their fate? As the art world considers these questions, Auction Daily investigates the Benin Bronzes’ history, as well as their connection to the auction industry.
Art, Loot and Empire: The Benin Bronzes - OpenLearn
2021年2月19日 · How did the West African artworks known as the Benin Bronzes end up in European museums? And why does it matter?
The Benin Bronzes - Benin History
The Benin Bronzes are a painful reminder of the evil of colonialism and its continued impact on the colonised African society. Because they are held in their thousands outside of Africa where they were produced, the Benin Bronzes have faced calls for their return, both by Nigerians and concerned stakeholders all over the world.
Vintage / Antique Benin African Bronze Lion Tribal Sculpture …
2024年4月26日 · I have for sale an antique African Benin bronze lion sculpture. Very Good Condition. I have provided nearly (4) dozen photos below to give you a thorough view. Size: 11" (Approx. Total Length) Weight: 3lbs (Approx.).
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