Strolling around the current Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi, it’s impossible not to be dazzled by the treasure trove of art, sculptures, ceremonial objects, jewellery and royal attire on display. Just as captivating are the stories surrounding each object that truly bring the enduring connection between art, power, and identity across Africa to life.
Housed in the museum’s expansive temporary gallery, Kings and Queens exemplifies…

















