Photo of a selection of Benin Bronzes. They have museum labels and are placed in protective foam padding. Picture alliance/dpa / Marius Becker.

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      Atywerrenge
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      Tjurunga
    • Zamia sp. aus Sansibar (Tansania)
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      Zamia sp. aus Sansibar (Tansania)
    • Mesh pocket
      Bilum
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      Mesh pocket
    • God of Wealth (caishen 財神)
      caishen 財神
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      God of Wealth (caishen 財神)
    • Drinking bowl
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      Drinking bowl
    • Kauri money rope
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      Kauri money rope
    • Throwing knife
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      Throwing knife
    • Weekly calendar
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      Weekly calendar
    • Woman with a big hat
      小芥子 こけし
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      Woman with a big hat
    • Buddhist mural (secco on plaster)
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      Buddhist mural (secco on plaster)
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