Figure - Matakan - Cameroon

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Matakan doll from Cameroon, made of leather with beads and bone, 20 cm high, 6 cm wide and 3 cm deep, in good condition with minor signs of age, provenance private Belgian collection, sold with certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful small Metakam doll from Cameroon in leather, beads, bone, etc. 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 small Metakam doll from Cameroon in leather, beads, bone, etc. 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
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Cameroon
Material
corn, plant fibers, beads, Leather
Ethnic group/culture
Matakan
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
20 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8606
Objects sold
98.62%
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