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Lot n°147

Bamiléké dance mask, a treasure from Cameroon's Grassland, rich in history

Low estimate
400 €
High estimate
600 €
Sold for
250 €

Africa. Cameroon, Bamiléké - Dance mask. The Bamilékés are a people of Central Africa, originating from Cameroon (West region) in the Grassland region, where the Bamoun also live. Their production of objects linked to their various cults was extremely rich, and some cults are still practiced today, using ancient masks preserved in certain chiefdoms or with certain notables, or so-called "replacement" pieces created to replace old pieces that were worn out, too damaged or because their use was limited in time. Here, a magnificent example of a ceremonial mask with features characteristic of the canons of Cameroonian Grassland art. Africa. Rare Bamiléké beaded mask. Dimensions: Height approx. 50cm

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