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1972.24.181.3

Clay mould (bell), to demonstrate lost wax process. The mould is for the inside of the bell. It is conical with four broad flutings and is mainly solid, although partially hollow at the base. The clay is smooth. [JC [OPS Move] 22/2/2017]

1972.24.181.3

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Collection type
Object
Description
Clay mould (bell), to demonstrate lost wax process. The mould is for the inside of the bell. It is conical with four broad flutings and is mainly solid, although partially hollow at the base. The clay is smooth. [JC [OPS Move] 22/2/2017]
Geographical reference
Nigeria
Africa > Western Africa > Nigeria
Person
Field collector Edward Harland Duckworth
PRM source Edward Harland Duckworth
PRM source R. Haines
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1972
Date collected
By 1972
Acquisition information
Bequeathed: 1972
Materials and processes
Material Clay, Process Lost Wax Cast, Process Moulded, Process Fire-Hardened
Dimensions
Height: max 118 mm, Diameter: max 108 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1972.24.181.3

Search terms: Technique, Music, Metallurgy, Mould, Musical Instrument