Tag: African art restitution
Reclaiming Benin Bronzes: Nigeria’s Cultural Heritage Restoration
Nigeria's Quest to Reclaim Benin Bronzes: A Cultural Odyssey UnfoldsNigeria's ongoing battle to repatriate the Benin Bronzes, revered artifacts that hold a significant place in African history, has reached a pivotal moment. The National...
Restitution of Benin Bronzes, Rome Art Forgery Busted, Cape Town Art Fair: Morning Links
The Netherlands is returning 113 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a significant move in the restitution of looted objects. These bronze sculptures, taken by British soldiers in 1897 from the Kingdom of Benin, are...