African Bamileke Mask
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Description
DESCRIPTION: An African mask from Bamileke tribe of Cameroon. This is an expressively hand carved wood face mask with an overlay cover of hand hammered brass and further finished with presumably human natural hair. The Bamileke reserve their highest allegiance for their linear ancestors whose spirits are embodied in the skulls of the deceased. Recognizing the importance of the skull, representations of the head are found in nearly all decorated ceremonial objects including these expressive masks.
CIRCA: 20th Century.
ORIGIN: Africa.
DIMENSIONS: H: 18" W:14".
CONDITION: Good vintage condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
CIRCA: 20th Century.
ORIGIN: Africa.
DIMENSIONS: H: 18" W:14".
CONDITION: Good vintage condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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African Bamileke Mask
Estimate $100 - $1,000
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