Mask - batcham - Cameroon (No reserve price)

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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

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Masque Batcham, a wood mask from Cameroon of Batcham origin, measuring 33 cm high by 22 cm wide and 13 cm deep, weighing 2 g, dating to 2000–2010 and in good condition, sold without a stand.

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The Batcham Mask, or simply Batcham, originates from the western part of Cameroon, although its name refers to the place where it was first found: Batcham[1]. It is considered Cameroon’s most famous mask[2]: in Africa and around the world, numerous publications by historians, art professionals, and even students discuss it; and it is the best-selling mask.

The Batcham Mask, or simply Batcham, originates from the western part of Cameroon, although its name refers to the place where it was first found: Batcham[1]. It is considered Cameroon’s most famous mask[2]: in Africa and around the world, numerous publications by historians, art professionals, and even students discuss it; and it is the best-selling mask.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
batcham
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
33 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
13 cm
Weight
2 g
Sold by
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Objects sold
Private

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