Wooden doll and beads - Namji - Cameroon (No reserve price)

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Namji wooden and bead doll from Cameroon, 30 cm high, handmade from wood and beads and dating to the late 20th century.

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Wooden doll and beads – Namji – Cameroon

This wooden and bead doll is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Namji, the people of northern Cameroon, known in particular for dolls adorned with beads and decorative elements. These creations are distinguished by their sculpted silhouette and the richness of their ornamentation, which testifies to artisanal know-how and the diversity of Cameroonian cultural traditions.

Through the combination of wood and beads, this doll presents a distinctive decorative character that will appeal to collectors of African art and to enthusiasts of ethnographic objects. It will find its place in a specialized collection or in a contemporary interior, where it will create a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.

Wooden doll and beads – Namji – Cameroon

This wooden and bead doll is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Namji, the people of northern Cameroon, known in particular for dolls adorned with beads and decorative elements. These creations are distinguished by their sculpted silhouette and the richness of their ornamentation, which testifies to artisanal know-how and the diversity of Cameroonian cultural traditions.

Through the combination of wood and beads, this doll presents a distinctive decorative character that will appeal to collectors of African art and to enthusiasts of ethnographic objects. It will find its place in a specialized collection or in a contemporary interior, where it will create a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Namji
Country of Origin
Cameroon
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood, beads
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Wooden doll and beads
Height
30 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
FranceVerified
8662
Objects sold
92.18%
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