A Bamileke - Bamum African Carved Helmut Mask
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Description
Bamaleke - Bamum Peoples, Grasslands Cameroon, East Africa. Early 20th century. Authentic, tribally-used.
An unusual example, depicting a head with smiling face, prominent ears, and an ornately carved coiffure. Well-developed patina.
HEIGHT - 17" (44 cm)
WIDTH - 10 3/4" (27.5 cm)
WEIGHT - 8 lbs. 1 oz.
PROVENANCE: San Francisco collection.
CONDITION: Good overall condition with a small / hole to the lower front of the coiffure at the forehead. Wear and patination to the surfaces, including the interior. Remnants of reddish powder in crevices.
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Condition
Good overall condition with a small / hole to the lower front of the coiffure at the forehead. Wear and patination to the surfaces, including the interior. Remnants of reddish powder in crevices.
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A Bamileke - Bamum African Carved Helmut Mask
Estimate $500 - $700
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