Lot 0067

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

Name: A Bamileke - Bamum African Carved Helmut Mask
SKU: 176717949
Price: 300 USD
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