benin bronzes

Piprahwa relics are welcome back in India. But it may alter the architecture of restitution – India invoked their return as a right, but the relics returned as part of a private collection on loan to govt

Benin City's new Museum of West African Arts (MOWAA) faces an indefinite postponement due to a dispute with the Oba of Benin. Supporters of the traditional ruler fear the museum, initially linked to restituted benin bronzes, aims to seize artifacts. Protests disrupted the planned opening, with the Oba reportedly demanding control and a name change.

A violent disruption by armed men forced the multi-million dollar Museum of West African Arts (MOWAA) in Nigeria to suspend preview events. This prestigious cultural project, dedicated to preserving West African heritage and attracting significant international funding, has become embroiled in a dispute over the ownership of the benin bronzes, leading to intense political tensions and protests.

Clad in protective blue surgical gloves, a Dutch museum worker gingerly unhooks a precious decorative artefact before gently laying it down on a pillow and wrapping it in dozens of layers of special paper. - 'Follow this example' - Museum director Van Bommel hopes the Dutch example will be picked up around the world.

The Humboldt Forum, one of Germany’s biggest and Europe’s most prominent museums of artefacts, arts and culture, opened its doors fully to the public on Saturday, hosting invaluable ancient and medieval Indian collections and the work of a renowned tattooist Mo Naga from the northeast.

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A new generation of Africans is increasing pressure on Western museums to return looted artefacts, reflecting growing awareness and changing attitudes, says Unesco's Ernesto Ottone. While countries like France and Britain hold vast collections of stolen cultural heritage, restitution efforts remain complex, often requiring bespoke laws. Some items, like benin bronzes and Madagascar's royal crown, have been loaned, but widespread returns face legal and political resistance, stalling progress.

Dignitaries from the high commission of India joined members of Glasgow Life, the charity that manages the Scottish city’s museum collections, at the transfer of ownership ceremony, following more than 18 months of talks.

A great rethink on repatriation of ill-gained artefacts is underway in Britain, France, Germany …

The British museum said on Wednesday that a member of its staff has been dismissed after items dating back as far as the 15th century B.C. were found to be missing, stolen or damaged. The museum said it has also ordered an independent review of security and a ''vigorous program to recover the missing items.″

Germany aims to deepen cooperation with Nigeria, recognising its key role in Africa and significant economic potential. Discussions between ministers focused on expanding trade, particularly in critical raw materials, and addressing migration challenges through collaborative solutions. Both nations are committed to strengthening energy partnerships, including renewable energy initiatives, and fostering job creation to curb irregular migration.

India, G20 chair and fighting ecological challenges, should host a world sustainability meet on the lines of the World Economic Forum