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A Bush Cow Ceremonial Mask from Cameroon

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A Bush Cow Ceremonial Mask from Cameroon

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A carved wooden zoomorphic ceremonial dance mask in the form of a sacred Bushcow, with twisted horns, flared nostrils and a well worn surface patina. Bamenda or related ethnic group, Cameroon, West Africa. The mask measures 17 x 8 inches , 25 inches tall on custom display stand. Provenance: Ex Robert banks collection, Maryland.

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Fair, well worn

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A Bush Cow Ceremonial Mask from Cameroon

Name: A Bush Cow Ceremonial Mask from Cameroon
SKU: 173687579
Price: 180 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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