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Title: Bell: Human Head
Date: ca. 1900
Geography: Nigeria (made in England), Lower Niger River region
Culture: Lower Niger Bronze Industry
Medium: Brass
Dimensions: H. 6 3/8 × Diam. 3 in. (16.2 × 7.6 cm)
Classification: Metal-Musical Instruments
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Klaus G. Perls, 1991
Accession Number: 1991.17.141
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