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Benin bronze chicken

African Art at the
Ralph Proctor Gallery

Shrine Object

  • country: Nigeria
  • people: Benin (Yoruba)
  • medium: brass/bronze
  • size: 21 inches high
  • price: $5,000.
  • item #: RPG0024


Placed on an altar or shrine to honor a king (Oba). Chickens were used in sacrifices. Thus, this represents an eternal offering to the gods.



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