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Why U.S. Smithsonian Museum Is Returning Its Collection Of Priceless Benin Bronzes To Nigeria

Global UpfrontMar 11, 2022March 11, 20220

From intricately decorated cast plaques to animal and human figurines, the Benin Bronzes are a group of over 3,000 sculptures and artworks from the ancient

U.S. Smithsonian Museum To Give Back Entire Collection Of 39 Priceless Benin Kingdom Bronzes’ Artworks

Global UpfrontMar 8, 2022March 8, 20220

In a deal with Nigeria to be signed this spring, the Smithsonian creates a partnership for future exhibitions and programs As museums everywhere wrestle with