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How African is Ankara Print?

The Ankara African print has been a staple in every West African closet since the 19th century. But it is steeped in controversy because of its history and production. Is it really, truly, African?

CultureAdiya AtulukuJanuary 30, 2024Ankara, Ankara print, African print, Hollandias print, Vlisco, Ankara African print, African wax, What is AnkaraComment

The Benin Bronzes: The Long Journey Home

Read about why the return of the Benin Bronze artifacts is so important, the progress made so far to repatriate the artworks, and what it will take to finally make powerful institutions return them home

CultureAdiya AtulukuNovember 20, 2021African art returned, Return African art, Repatriate African art, Repatriation of African art, The Benin Bronzes, Repatriate the Benin Bronzes, Benin Brass artifacts, Benin Bronze artifacts, Restitution of African art, African art restitution Comments