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Ogboni Society Bell (Ipawo Ase)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Ogboni Society Bell (Ipawo Ase)

Artist/Maker
Datemid 19th century
Mediumcopper alloy, cotton and dye
DimensionsOverall: 15 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. (38.1 x 6.4 x 5.7 cm)
ClassificationsMusical Instruments
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Terms
    Object number90.0111
    DescriptionThe Ogboni society derives from the Yoruba kingdom of Ijebu. Ogboni is believed to predate existing Yoruba dynasties and even had close ties with Benin as can be seen from shared iconography. The Ogboni staff or bell (ipawo ase) is used by chiefs, priests, Ogboni elders, and kings – all believed to possess and use ashe (authority / life force) for the benefit of their followers.
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