Art: Secret photos from the Benin Museum

in #art7 years ago

We all know how it is forbidden to take photographs in a museum. Well the no photography rule is particularly a NO NO in the national museum in Benin, Edo state. In central Kings Square, the Benin City National Museum traces the history of the Benin Empire and has displays of terracotta sculptures, bronze artifacts retrieved from the British looters, historical monuments and people. Their strict no photography policy is so strict to the extent they will sieze the camera or device used to take the shot. As an enthusiatic and curious photographer.. I sure had my way around it. Here I bring you the beautiful arts and culture of Benin as hidden within the walls of the museum. Enjoy them as I enjoyed taking the photos.
IMG_20171003_192010_890.jpg A bronze cat, known as one of Benin's precious animals. Killing one attracted death penalty
IMG_20171003_192010_911.jpg A bronze Oba during a procession with two guards.
IMG_20171003_192010_878.jpg Head of the Queen mother
IMG_20171003_192010_909.jpg Oba in full Armour
20171003_104723.jpg one of the earliest caneras brought in by the british.

I will be bringing more photos to you if you enjoyed this one. Dont forget to upvote and comment. Thanks guys

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