Edo

/ˈeɪdoʊ/ noun

Definition

An ancient West African kingdom and empire in what is now Nigeria, or referring to the people and culture of that region.

Etymology

From Yoruba and related West African languages. The Edo kingdom flourished from the 1100s-1800s and was known for bronze art and trade.

Kelly Says

The Edo people created some of Africa's finest bronze sculptures centuries before European artists mastered the technique—the Benin Bronzes are now considered world treasures!

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