Handheld Clapper with Bird of Prophecy (ahianmwen-oro)
Artist
Edo artist
Date19th century
Associated withAfrica
MediumCast copper alloy
Dimensions13 3/4 x 3 5/8 x 4 3/4 in. (34.9 x 9.2 x 12.1 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hanes
Object numberGL.72.19.43
On View
On viewProvenanceCreated in the Kingdom of Benin (present-day Nigeria), 19th century; probably looted by British officer or soldier during Raid on Benin City (Feb. 9-18, 1897); acquired by James G. Hanes before 1972; gifted to the NCMA, 1972
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