Owner: HWMC

Catalog#: AF-IDST-027-14

 

Bells, Metal

Benin Quadrangular Bell

Nigeria and Benin
Benin

Bronze
ca. Early-Mid 20th century
Height: 3 inches
Idiophone – Struck Directly – Bell

Small Benin ceremonial bell.  Quadrangular in form with slightly flaring sides and strap handle. Decorated on front panel with circular motif in high relief. Side and back panels undecorated. Iron clapper inside suspended from top of bell.

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