Benin Bronzes are exhibited in museums around the world, but the largest collection can be found in the British Museum. While Germany announced the return of the bronzes in its possession, some ...

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This brass plaque shows the Oba, or King, of Benin and his attendants. Why do you think the Oba is shown to be much bigger than the other people? The plaque is on display at the British Museum.

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 ...

The plaque is on display at the British Museum. 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.