Primitive money - Fouls - Cameroon

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Dimitri André
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Selected by Dimitri André

Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 220 - € 250
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€35
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Primitive currency from Cameroon of the Falli culture, from a private collection, 50 cm high, 1 cm deep, 1 g weight, dating to the mid‑20th century, original authenticity, in excellent condition.

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Description from the seller

This sale presents a collection of works from the studio of a Belgian painter, gathered over time through his discoveries, encounters and affinities. Artists have often maintained a privileged connection with primitive arts: sensitive to the strength of forms, to the simplicity of volumes and to the expressiveness of materials, they were among the first to view these objects differently from mere curiosities. Their eye, naturally attentive to lines and balance, led them to collect these works and, at times, to draw inspiration from them. This set thus testifies to an intimate dialogue between artistic creation, the collector’s eye, and a fascination with forms from elsewhere.

Overview of our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly assist with liquidations, estates and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided for information purposes only and does not bind the seller to any potential deviation.

Shipping is dispatched within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

This sale presents a collection of works from the studio of a Belgian painter, gathered over time through his discoveries, encounters and affinities. Artists have often maintained a privileged connection with primitive arts: sensitive to the strength of forms, to the simplicity of volumes and to the expressiveness of materials, they were among the first to view these objects differently from mere curiosities. Their eye, naturally attentive to lines and balance, led them to collect these works and, at times, to draw inspiration from them. This set thus testifies to an intimate dialogue between artistic creation, the collector’s eye, and a fascination with forms from elsewhere.

Overview of our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly assist with liquidations, estates and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided for information purposes only and does not bind the seller to any potential deviation.

Shipping is dispatched within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Details

Indigenous object name
Primitive money
Ethnic group/ culture
Fouls
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
95.77%
Private

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