File:EdoKingHead.jpg

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English: Commemorative head of a king, Edo peoples, Benin Kingdom, Nigeria, 18th century, Copper alloy, iron

This head was once displayed on an altar honoring a particular oba, or king. It is not a specific portrait but an image of the status and regalia of kingship. Particular emphasis is given to the collar and crown made of imported coral beads.

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This image, originally posted to Flickr, was reviewed on 27 October 2008 by the administrator or reviewer J.smith, who confirmed that it was available on Flickr under the stated license on that date.

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