Figure - mambila - Cameroon

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Mambila wood sculpture from Cameroon, about 17 × 12 × 4 cm, dating to the 1940s–1950s; good condition with age-related wear; provenance: private Belgian collection; sold with certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Mambila wooden sculpture.
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful Mambila wooden sculpture.
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
mambila
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
17 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8302
Objects sold
98.48%
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