The Pearl Throne
The Pearl Throne

The Pearl Throne

December 01, 2024 | 53 min

Germany holds the largest collection of Cameroonian cultural objects in the world in its Ethnological museums. One important piece is 'Mandu Yenu' the Royal Throne of Bamum, a striking work adorned with glass beads and cowrie shells, also known as the Pearl Throne. What should be done with this masterwork and other pieces overshadowed by their colonial heritage?

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Documentary

Cast

Naomi Scott

Mikaél Assilkinga

Naomi Scott

Nji Oumarou Nchare

Naomi Scott

Lars-Christian Koch

Naomi Scott

Yrine Matchinda

Naomi Scott

Albert Gouaffo

Naomi Scott

Richard Tsogang Fossi

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