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Bamileke Old Anthropomorphic Trophy Head embroidered with European Glass Beads

Offered by: Spectandum

Description
Bamileke Old Anthropomorphic Trophy Head embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon.
glassbeads
14 x 9,5 diameter
2598
€ 950.00

Worn by chiefs and other notables on ceremonial occasions, these beaded heads were highly symbolic power accoutrements and probably represent the heads of enemies taken in battle. Old and authentic examples are rare and this fine and expressive specimen with early trade beads shows evident age and patina overall.

More Information

Period:	1900-1919
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	817271

Dimensions

H.	5.51 in;	Diam.	3.74 in;
H.	14 cm;	Diam.	9.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Spectandum, a by-appointment gallery in Leuven, Belgium, can be reached at contact@spectandum.com 32475648678. The gallery specializes in Natural History, Ethnography, European works of art, antiquities, and rare curiosities sourced from around the world.