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Benin Coral. Life-size cast human head or ceremonial helmet, used in the Odudua ritual. Edo peoples, 18th CE. From Benin City, Nigeria. This brass helmet is used in the Odudua ritual in honour of the father of Oranmiyan, the legendary founder of the ruling dynasty. The dance is performed by seven masqueraders who wear brass helmets and carry ceremonial swords to signify their high status. Coral, brass, 34 x 20 x 25 cm. AF1897.1025.1.
Location
British Museum/London/Great Britain
Unique Identifier
ART307724
Type
Image
Purpose
Public
Size
2169px × 2832px
Photo Credit
© The Trustees of the British Museum / Art Resource, NY
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18th century CE
Benin Culture
Brass
Edo Culture, Nigeria
Face
Head
Helmet
Male
Man
Mask
Metalwork
