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Double Iron Gong - Bamileke ? 09.09.014

Iron gongs are used by many different groups in Africa to set the rhythm for music, establishes the cadence for rituals, religious ceremonies or simply to beat time for dancing and entertainment. This one was probably also used as currency among the Bamileke

  • Ref.:09.09.014
  • Size:Height: 200 mm; width: 150 mm
  • Weight:355 gr

Category

  • Toys, Games & Music instruments 09.09North Eastern Nigeria & Cameroon 07.03West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01
  • AFRICAN TRIBAL CURRENCIES 07Containers & Household Items 09REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • West and Central Africa
  • CAMEROON
  • Bamileke

Material

  • MetalIron

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