Oba Erediauwa during Ugie Erha Oba, wearing coral-bead regalia and an elaborately woven wrapper , 1985

This captivating image captures Oba Erediauwa during the sacred ritual of Ugie Erha Oba. Adorned in coral-beaded regalia and a carefully woven wrapper, the Oba radiates authority and prosperity, embodying his esteemed position within Benin society. Flanked by attendants supporting him at the wrists and elbows, this portrayal reflects the hierarchical structure of the Benin court, where the Oba's status is affirmed through ceremonial representation.

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