Afian
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Afian (chisels) are a tool used by members of the Igun-Eronmwon for refining objects after casting and by members of the Igbesanmwan to carve objects. Chisels have handles made from wood and iron blades – the blades would have been made by members of the Igun-Ematon.
Afian (chisels) are a tool used by members of the Igun-Eronmwon for refining objects after casting and by members of the Igbesanmwan to carve objects. Chisels have handles made from wood and iron blades – the blades would have been made by members of the Igun-Ematon.
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National Museum, Benin
Catalogue No
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79B:R:188
Digital Benin research
Edo designation
Afian
Afian
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Chisel
Chisel
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Tools
Tools
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