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A Rare Bamileke Mu Po figure Shrine Idol Ex Carl Zabel

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A Rare Bamileke Mu Po figure Shrine Idol Ex Carl Zabel

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Description

A carved wooden shrine idol with energetic facial expression and suggested sense of movement with the bent legs and arching back posture. The figure has large coffee bean style eyes as well as incised brow and carved cowrie shell necklace. The sculpture has a hollow center and small votive opening for offerings in the back. The eroded head and general wear suggest great age. Bamileke Mu Po Figure, Cameroon, Africa. The idol measures 13 inches tall ( 14.25 inches tall on base) Provenance: The Carl Zabel collection, New York 1984.

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Overall well worn, weathered, loss to feet, hollowed from erosion and ritual use.

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A Rare Bamileke Mu Po figure Shrine Idol Ex Carl Zabel

Name: A Rare Bamileke Mu Po figure Shrine Idol Ex Carl Zabel
SKU: 121571157
Price: 750 USD
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