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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Bell (eroro)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Bell (eroro)

Maker Edo Artist , Court of Benin
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedNigeria, Africa
MediumBronze, natural fiber, patina
Dimensions6 3/4 x 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 in. (17.1 x 7.9 x 7.9 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1991.27.42
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DescriptionBell with flaring square cross-section, with face, geometric designs, and loop.
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
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