SKU: 145988
Benue Brass Bell Nigeria
Height: 7.5
Width: 5.5
Depth: 6.0
Width: 5.5
Depth: 6.0
$145.00
Description
The brass metal bell was crafted by the Benue and Chamba artisans and metalworkers of Nigeria. These bells were often used on the free-roaming cattle so herders could keep track of their animals by listening to the sound of the distant bells as the cattle grazed along vast plains. Although they are typically referred to as "cow bells" they are also used on a variety of animals like goats.
Height (In) 7.5
Width (In) 5.5
Depth (In) 6.0
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Approximate Age: 19th century
People: Benue
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Material
Material: brass
Condition
Damage/Repair: Some tarnishing, oxidation
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.