Figure - Matakan - Cameroon (No reserve price)

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Two iron Matakan coins from Cameroon dating to 1930–1940, in good condition with some age-related wear and staining, provenance from a Belgian private collection and sold with a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

2 very beautiful rare Matakam iron coins
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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2 very beautiful rare Matakam iron coins
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
2
Country of origin
Cameroon
Material
Iron
Ethnic group/culture
Matakan
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
0.2 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8695
Objects sold
98.61%
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