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94 Antique Works of Art from Benin.
DESCRIPTION OF PLATE XLVII.
369 to 371. Bronze a sacrificial scene it contains
Figs. plaque, representing ; eight
human and a bullock in the act of All the
figures, just being slaughtered.
one have native features, dress, etc., and wear the
figures except insignia
of executioners. The is intended to
remaining figure evidently represent
a
European.
Figs 372 and 373. A carved ivory box in the form of a mud or cat fish. The eyes,
are inlaid with lead.
