Bell
| Object Number: | AF2107A |
|---|---|
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Edo (Africa) |
| Provenience: | Nigeria Benin Kingdom |
| Culture Area: | West Africa |
| Date Made: | 19th century CE |
| Early Date: | 1800 |
| Late Date: | 1899 |
| Section: | African |
| Materials: | Brass |
| Height: | 16.7 cm |
| Width: | 2.4 cm |
| Credit Line: | Purchased from W. O. Oldman, 1912 |
| Other Number: | 18104 - Dealer's Number |
Description
Cone-shaped bell with clapper. Fastener of lapper extends out side of bell and folder down (like a hook). Top of bell is flap perforated in center terminating with two curled or folded ends.
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