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The art of Benin
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The art of Benin

by Nigel Barley, Kevin Lovelock, Michael Row

This volume explores the kingdom, court, and culture of Benin through photographs of key artefacts in the British Museum. Thematic sections examine kingship, ceremony, and the depiction of women, animals, and Europeans.

Accession 12135 ISBN 9780714125916 Publisher British Museum Press
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