Emotan Statue
Equestrian statue designed in honour of Emotan
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The Emotan Statue is a life-size statue designed in honour of Emotan, a trade chieftain who used to trade at the Oba's market in the Ancient Benin Kingdom during the reigns of Oba Uwaifiokun and Oba Ewuare the Great.[1] The statue was unveiled on 20 March 1954 by Oba Akenzua II and is placed opposite the Oba's market in Benin City.[2]
| Emotan Statue | |
|---|---|
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| Year | March 20, 1954 |
| Type | Statue |
| Medium | |
| Condition | Erect |
| Location | Benin City |
| Owner | Benin Kingdom |
