Figure - Matakan - Cameroon
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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Matakan dolls from Cameroon, made of leather with glass beads and bone, dating to 1940–1950, 7 cm high, 7 cm wide and 4 cm deep, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age, provenance from a Belgian private collection, sold without a stand and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful small Metakam dolls from Cameroon, crafted 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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful small Metakam dolls from Cameroon, crafted 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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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Cameroon
Material
glass beads and corries, Leather
Ethnic group/culture
Matakan
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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