scholarly contextsupported
Benin developed as a major West African kingdom and artistic centre connected to regional and Atlantic trade.
Benin court arts
Courtly artistic traditions of the Kingdom of Benin, including specialist brass casting, ivory carving and other guild production.
Living heritageNigeriamaterial culture1 claim · 0 sources
Context
Across time
Historical context
Benin developed as a major West African kingdom and artistic centre connected to regional and Atlantic trade.
Contemporary context
Benin court arts remain central to Edo cultural identity and to international restitution and museum debates.
Evidence
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