Thousands of these culturally significant sculptures and carvings were stolen during the violent destruction of Benin City, in modern-day Nigeria's Edo state, in 1897. The treasures were sold ...

Obas Ozolua and Esigie both encouraged trade with Europe. Benin City is at least four miles wide. The city has wide, straight roads, lined by houses. The houses are large and handsome with walls ...

March 28, 2021 Benin Bronzes on display at the British Museum in London. Photo: Joyofmuseums via Wikimedia Commons Benin Bronzes on display at the British Museum in London. Photo: Joyofmuseums via ...