Benin Art, Masterpieces that Should be Returned to Their Place of Origin

The geographical location and ownership of the art of Benin is a very competitive field, and even if it is necessary to restore these works of art to its origin, there will be a strong debate. It was forcibly deleted during Benin's punitive inspection in 1987. It is believed that bronze is not only an important aspect of Benin's oral culture, it can not accurately understand these sculptures by removing sculptures from its natural home. (See Dalton-Johnson, K'Cultural Encounters' 2008, DVD Rom, transcript on page 7).

The art of Benin is art from Benin Kingdom or Edo Empire (1440-1897) located in the south-south area now known as Nigeria, from the African country of the former colonial period. Benin Bronze is composed of more than 1000 metal plaques and sculptures, currently decorated with the royal palace of Benin, a contemporary Nigeria. Together, these items form the most famous example of Benin art created by the Edo people from the 13th century. And it includes other brass or statue sculptures including some famous portrait head and small pieces.

One of Benin's greatest achievements is their exquisite work of art made of bronze, ivory and wood. Benin may have started bronze casting as early as 1200, and these works are considered examples of African art. A bronze embossed plaque entrusted by Oba and the Royal Court tells the history of people. When British troops destroyed the city, they confiscated more than 1000 benin bronze, of which only about 50 were returned to Nigeria. Recommendations for Final Papers 1. Most of the existing literature on ancient Benin has folklore shape. Do these stories reveal the values ​​and beliefs of Benin culture? 2. Compare the folk tales of Benin with the folklore of other cultures. 3. Compare the social and cultural structure of Benin with the social and cultural structure of ancient Ghana or Mali. 4. To what extent is Benin responsible for African slave trade in the 14th and 18 th centuries? 5. What happened to Benin Bronze?

The Benin Empire is found in contemporary Nigeria and is considered to be one of the oldest and most advanced countries in West Africa until it is consolidated by the British Empire. Famous craftsmen make masterpieces with ivory, bronze and iron. The Benin Empire has a close trading relationship with Portugal and exchanges palm oil, pepper and ivory for Manila (the currency used in West Africa) and guns. This relationship saw the ambassador visit Lisbon in the 16th century. The first expedition to the UK was held in 1553 and there was a mutual trade relationship between Britain and the UK until doubting the progress of control from the 16th to the 17th century. Explorers from the Netherlands, the UK and Portugal regain countless stories in Europe to learn about the beauty, wealth, and sophistication of Benin.