Queen Idia Bronze Head Fridge Magnet
₦8,000.00
Carry a piece of royal heritage and cultural pride with you. This handcrafted fridge magnet features the iconic Queen Idia Bronze Head; a powerful symbol of strength, wisdom, and African sovereignty.
Originally cast in the ancient Benin Kingdom, this historic artwork was chosen as the official emblem for FESTAC ’77, the Second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture celebrating the brilliance and unity of Black people around the globe. A timeless reminder of where we come from, and the beauty we carry forward.
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Queen Idia Bronze Head: Power in Her Gaze
The Queen Idia Bronze Head is a masterpiece of ancient Benin artistry. It is a powerful symbol of African matriarchal strength, spiritual wisdom, and cultural legacy. Crafted in the 16th century by the renowned bronze casters of the Benin Kingdom, the sculpture represents Queen Idia, the revered mother of Oba Esigie, one of Benin’s most notable kings.
Queen Idia was not only a mother but a warrior, healer, and political strategist. Her influence was so profound that her son created the title of Iyoba (Queen Mother) in her honour, elevating the role of royal women in the governance and spiritual life of the kingdom. Idia is remembered for using her medicinal and mystical powers to secure her son’s reign and defend the kingdom during times of war.
The bronze head, distinguished by its high forehead, serene yet commanding expression, and richly detailed coral-beaded crown embodies royalty, feminine power, and ancestral protection. It is not just a portrait; it is a visual declaration of the intellect, courage, and sacred role women played in precolonial African societies.
Chosen as the emblem of FESTAC ’77, the Queen Idia Bronze Head became an international icon of Black unity, cultural pride, and Pan-African identity. Today, it continues to inspire a reclaiming of heritage and a reimagining of the African woman—not as myth, but as monarch.
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