benin Flashcards
1
Q
where was Benin art found?
A
founded in western Nigeria
2
Q
what did Benin art consist of?
A
busts and plaques
3
Q
what did busts and plaques represent?
A
important historical events
4
Q
what did the art represent?
A
The Busts and plaques are commemorative heads for members of the royal family.
5
Q
What are some of the stylistic differences between these two objects?
A
Thin castings
Delicately rendered facial features.
Beaded collars rise above the mouth.
Eyes are more un-realistic.
6
Q
what were the most popular Benin art statues?
A
ivory tusk, bust of kings and queens and statues of heads of the royal family.
7
Q
who started Benin art?
A
Oba Akenzua I and his successor, Oba Eresoyen,
8
Q
how is Benin art different?
A
Benin art is making statues of busts and plaques.
