Libation cup - Bamoun - Cameroon

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Coupe à libations, a Bamoun palm wine cup from Cameroon dating to the mid‑20th century, sold with a stand, in good condition; height 11 cm, width 6 cm, length 22 cm; weight 170 g (900 g with the stand).

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Libation cup for palm wine used during ceremonies related to coronations, weddings, funerals... It is carved with multiple geometric symbols, eyes and faces.
Beautiful patina of use.
H 11 cm X l 6 cm X L 22 cm
Weight 170 g , 900 g with the base.

Libation cup for palm wine used during ceremonies related to coronations, weddings, funerals... It is carved with multiple geometric symbols, eyes and faces.
Beautiful patina of use.
H 11 cm X l 6 cm X L 22 cm
Weight 170 g , 900 g with the base.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Bamoun
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Libation cup
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