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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Ceremonial bell with feline head
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Ceremonial bell with feline head

Maker Tiv Artist
Date19th-20th century
Made/manufacturedNigeria, Africa
MediumBronze
Dimensions7 in. (17.8 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Drs. John and Nicole Dintenfass
Object number2016.86.25
Collections
DescriptionPyramidal bell surmounted by feline head; spiral motifs on base.
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