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| Gong - Fon - Benin |
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| Fon |
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| Benin |
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| Iron |
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| Description |
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Bell-shaped, iron gong with a long, square handle and a large elongated body.
Signs of corrosion.
Matt patina.
The gong is struck in order to to summon the gods.
Photo 3 shows a similar gong being played in Benin.
Photograph - Eric Makin, February 2005 |
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