Stool - Bamileke - Cameroon (No reserve price)

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Tabouret, a Bamileke wooden mask from Cameroon, 34 cm high, 26 cm wide, 26 cm deep, in good condition.

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This wooden mask belongs to the Bamileke people, a major ethnic group in Cameroon, renowned for its refined craftsmanship and ritual traditions. Bamileke masks are used in royal ceremonies, community dances, and initiation rites, symbolizing power, wisdom, and the link with ancestors. Each mask embodies the values and culture of this ethnicity and plays an essential role in collective memory and social practices.

The mask features precisely carved details, geometric motifs, and a natural patina, characteristic of Bamileke art. It reflects both ancient heritage, recalling objects used for several generations, and a contemporary aesthetic, which allows it to fit into modern collections while preserving its patrimonial interest.

This wooden mask belongs to the Bamileke people, a major ethnic group in Cameroon, renowned for its refined craftsmanship and ritual traditions. Bamileke masks are used in royal ceremonies, community dances, and initiation rites, symbolizing power, wisdom, and the link with ancestors. Each mask embodies the values and culture of this ethnicity and plays an essential role in collective memory and social practices.

The mask features precisely carved details, geometric motifs, and a natural patina, characteristic of Bamileke art. It reflects both ancient heritage, recalling objects used for several generations, and a contemporary aesthetic, which allows it to fit into modern collections while preserving its patrimonial interest.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bamileke
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Stool
Height
34 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
26 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
7626
Objects sold
95.36%
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