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Benin, African
Altar Bell, 16th/17th Century
bronze
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Artist Benin, African
Title
  • Altar Bell
Date 16th/17th Century
Medium bronze
Dimensions 4 1/2 x 2 3/8 x 2 1/2 in. (11.4 x 6.0 x 6.4 cm)
Credit Line Bequest of Robert H. Tannahill
Accession Number 70.73
Department Africa, Oceania & Indigenous Americas
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