Helmet mask
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Lot: 407
77th tribal art auctionHelmet mask
Cameroon Grassfields, Bamileke
Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
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German Collection | H: 14.6 inch |
600 EUR
plus 23 % commission, VAT, transport and insurance |
wood, partly shiny brown patina, kaolin, pierced ears, wooden plug on one side, min. dam., small missing parts, slight traces of abrasion;
shows the distinct headdress of royal titled wives, symbolizing the role of women as complementary to men. The complete traditional vestment consists of a garment of blue and white royal cloth and a flywhisk. The mask dances in short contained steps appropriate to her noble image.