This rare bronze bust depicts Queen Idia, one of the most revered figures in Benin history. Cast in the Benin style and dating to around 1700 AD, the sculpture reflects the cultural and political importance of royal women within the Edo Kingdom.
Created using traditional lost-wax casting, the bust embodies dignity, strength, and authority. Queen Idia is remembered as a powerful queen mother whose influence shaped the course of Benin history.
A historically significant work, this bronze bust represents both artistic excellence and deep cultural heritage.
Period: Circa 1700 AD
Origin: Benin Kingdom, Nigeria
Material: Bronze
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