Ogun (warrior and spirit of metal and work) ceremonial object consisting of a cast iron cauldron on three legs, an interior piece, and 10 railroad spikes. The free-standing interior piece is a stand supporting two hanging circles from which variously shaped metal pieces hang. The railroad spikes are hand-forged and rusty. Also found in the cauldron were nails, small stones, and other debris. This was on exhibit in the Rhythms of Identity exhibition at the Smithsonian Latino Center (2000). The goal of the RI collection was to provide context for Afro-Cuban musical instruments. Most items were bought in Cuban botanicas and are mass-produced religious items.