At the moment, many museums still hold hundreds of pieces of Benin art. These artefacts are important to the people of modern-day Africa and many people are campaigning for the art to be returned ...
Benin-based fine artist Blessing Odigie has said despite its famous bronze works that scattered across museums and galleries in Europe and America, Benin art market is still evolving, unlike Lagos.
The Benin Bronzes are indispensable to Nigeria ... We strive to offer trustworthy perspectives on everything from art history to contemporary art. We spotlight artist-led social movements ...
Thousands of these culturally significant sculptures and carvings were stolen during the violent destruction of Benin City, in modern-day ... Museum of West African Art in Benin City in 2026 ...