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Rare Old Ritual Drinking Horn from Cameroon

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Rare Old Ritual Drinking Horn from Cameroon

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A Carved Buffalo Horn embellished with elaborate designs and images of chiefs all carved in relief. Bamileke peoples, Cameroon, Africa. According to the web site Imo Dara, such horns are considered a sign of social status and rank within the community, men within kingdoms of the Grassfields possess a 'title cup' (nda nyiet), one of the most precious heirlooms passed down through the generations to the most honourable member of the family. The vessels are used to pour and drink palm-wine during important rituals that safeguard the wellbeing of the family, community and kingdom. The fon and his elite group of nobles also display their horns during important ceremonies and festivals. It is also believed that, once initiated through rituals and magic spells, the nda nyiet holds the secrets of each family in possession of one and as such much be treated with reverence. This horn has been custom mounted and measures 9 inches long x 9 inches tall on custom display stand. Provenance: Ex Prof. Gould collection, New York.

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Good, well handled

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Rare Old Ritual Drinking Horn from Cameroon

Name: Rare Old Ritual Drinking Horn from Cameroon
SKU: 118376278
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

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