Figure - Matakan - Cameroon

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Matakan doll from Cameroon made of leather with maize, vegetal fibres and beads, measuring 28 cm high, 10 cm wide and 5 cm deep, dating to the 1940s–1960s, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, from a private Belgian collection, sold with an authenticity certificate.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Metakam doll from Cameroon in leather, beads, bone, etc.
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 Metakam doll from Cameroon in leather, beads, bone, etc.
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
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
28 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8606
Objects sold
98.62%
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