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19th century · Brass · Musical Instruments

Pyramidal bells like these were worn by Benin warriors as emblems of prestige and high rank. Mudfish, symbol of the oba (king) and his connection with the seagod Olokun appear in the corners of this lattice work bell and the face of the oba is displayed in the center.

Artist

Unknown

Date

19th century

Medium

Brass

Culture

Benin

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889