Idiophone in the shape of an ahianmwen-oro (Bird of Prophecy)
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Idiophone in the shape of an ahianmwen-oro (Bird of Prophecy)
Date18th-19th century
GeographyBenin City, Edo, Nigeria, Africa
MediumBronze (copper alloy)
Dimensionsoverall: 5 in. (12.7 cm)
ClassificationSCULPTURE
Credit LineGift of Harold Rome
Object number1958.37
Status
On viewRightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
Edo, Royal Court of BeninIgun Eronmwon Brass Casters Guild
mid- to late-19th century
Peruvian