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Bell

Date:: 18th–19th century
Geography:: Nigeria, Court of Benin
Culture:: Edo peoples
Medium:: Brass, iron
Dimensions:: Length 10-1/4 in.
Classification:: Metal-Musical Instruments
Credit Line:: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1991
Accession Number:: 1991.17.102

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