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For the first time in the UAE and the region, a new exhibition, Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power, in collaboration with the mus\u00e9e du quai Branly \u2013 Jacques Chirac, offers an exceptional glimpse into the lives of Africa\u2019s most revered and powerful figures. Explore masterfully designed royal attire, sacred symbols of spiritual influence, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each piece on display reveals a story of authority and cultural significance, providing insight into the African kings and queens who shaped the continent, and how their legacy continues to inspire and influence contemporary African art and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: Louvre Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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