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Who Owns the Benin Bronzes? The Answer Just Got More Complicated.

June 04, 2023

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Restitution efforts were underway, fueled by news that a museum was being planned in Nigeria to house the treasures. Then a surprising announcement sowed uncertainty.

BY ALEX MARSHALL | NYTimes Arts | Disclosure

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Who Owns the Benin Bronzes? The Answer Just Got More Complicated.

Restitution efforts were underway, fueled by news that a museum was being planned in Nigeria to house the treasures. Then a surprising announcement sowed uncertainty.

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