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Bell, MetalYoruba Altar Bell (Omo) #3Nigeria and Benin Bronze Height: 7 inches The Ifa Ogun alter bell, unlike the four-sided Benin Erowo/Eroro bell, has a curved opening, sharply tapered sides and one side with a minimal featured face. The other sides are plain except for decoration at the base. Bells used by the Yoruba peoples are connected with the Oshugbo (gboni) society that honors community founders or were worn as emblems of rank.
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