Figure - Bamileke - Cameroon
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Bamileke wood statuette with glass beads from Cameroon, 30 cm high, 10 cm wide and 10 cm deep, dating to 1930–1940, in good condition with age-related wear, provenance: private Belgian collection.
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Very beautiful Bamileke statuette in wood and glass beads
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 Bamileke statuette in wood and glass beads
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, Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Bamileke
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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