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Ben Enwonwu

Ben Enwonwu (1921–1994) was a Nigerian painter and sculptor.

Also recorded as B. Enwonwu; Benedict Chukwukadibia Enwonwu; Odinigwe Benedict Chukwukadibia Enwonwu.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Odinigwe Benedict Chukwukadibia Enwonwu.

Born at Onitsha in 1921, died at Ikoyi in 1994.

In detail

Ben Enwonwu studied at Goldsmiths, University of London, Government College Umuahia and Slade School of Fine Art. the recorded working language is English and Igbo.

The field of work recorded is painting. Aina Onabolu is recorded as an influence.

Employment is recorded with Royal Niger Company.

Work by Ben Enwonwu is recorded in the collections of Harmon Foundation Collection at Fisk University, National Museum of World Cultures and Nigerian National Museum, Lagos.

Distinctions recorded are Member of the Order of the British Empire.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Ben Enwonwu”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q4885605: Ben Enwonwu

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