Life Size Bronze Bamun Lion Sculpture
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Description
Made by the Bamum people in Foumban - CameroonThe lion signifies strength, both in personality and physicality. He represents courage, valor, and pride.The Bamum are noted craftsmen. The men do embroidery, weaving, leatherwork, wood carving, ivory carving, metalwork, and blacksmithing, and the women make pottery. from an estate of 3 generation collector rough measurements 65" long, 28" width, 25" highest point. **SHIPPING on this item offered through, UPS (843) 856-9099 store2130@theupsstore.com, Pak Mail 843-849-0310 - info@charlestonshipping.com. Please contact one of them or your own choice of shipper directly. Thank you!Needs a good cleaning.
Condition
some damage to the mane, whiskers, and tail
Patina on sculputure
Dimensions
25 x 28 x 65 in
Weight
100 lb
Buyer's Premium
- 15%
Life Size Bronze Bamun Lion Sculpture
Estimate $50 - $25,000
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