Mask - Bamileke - 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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Bamileke haume mask from Cameroon, dating to 1930–1940, with glass beadwork, from a Belgian private collection, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Bamileke haume wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private 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 Bamileke haume wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private 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
No. of items
1
Material
Glass beads
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Bamileke
Height
38 cm
Width
19 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8359
Objects sold
98.47%
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