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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    • Plate
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      Plate
    • Game board
      Dala
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      Game board
    • Lidded vessel
      woda
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      Lidded vessel
    • God of Wealth (caishen 財神)
      caishen 財神
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      God of Wealth (caishen 財神)
    • Panji basket
      soku
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      Panji basket
    • Achatina vexillum Lam.
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      Achatina vexillum Lam.
    • Arm ring
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    • Tea bowl
      Ninsei chawan
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      Tea bowl
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