Ewe Double Gong

Double gongs are ubiquitous in West Africa. Blacksmiths who specialize in them use traditional stone anvils and hammers to manufacture them for local and regional clients. This older example has a well oxidized surface. The painted decoration and traces of sacrificial material suggest that it was possibly used by Ewe or an Adan practitioner. Such bells are still used today in religious ceremonies. 16″ H.

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