In this talk, Dr. Carlee Forbes (Andrew W. Mellon Curatorial Fellow, Fowler Museum at UCLA) encourages us to look closely at a selection of goldweights, some of the smallest pieces in the exhibition "Peace, Power & Prestige: Metal Arts in Africa". She discusses the materiality, production, and significance of these beautiful, detailed pieces.
To learn more about the lost wax casting technique discussed in this talk, watch the following videos:
• Bronze casting in Benin
• Asante Brass Casting
The exhibition "Peace, Power & Prestige: Metal Arts in Africa" on view at the Ackland January 28 - April 3, 2022.
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