Anwa/Akpoka
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Anwa and Akpoka (tongs) were used by members of the Igun-Ematon and Igun-Eronmwon (Dark, 1973 ,p.48, 55). Today they are still used by members of the Igun-Ematon to handle hot objects, such as crucibles, during the casting process. Miniaturised versions of tongs were made by the Igun-Ematon for use as charms on shrines to Ogun (Dark, 1973, p.55). Tongs thus have both practical and ritual... Read more
Anwa and Akpoka (tongs) were used by members of the Igun-Ematon and Igun-Eronmwon (Dark, 1973 ,p.48, 55). Today they are still used by members of the Igun-Ematon to handle hot objects, such as crucibles, during the casting process.
Miniaturised versions of tongs were made by the Igun-Ematon for use as charms on shrines to Ogun (Dark, 1973, p.55). Tongs thus have both practical and ritual uses in Benin Kingdom.
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