"West Cameroon, Bamileke People, First Third Of The 20th Century, Large Babanki-tungo Mask"
Western Cameroon, Bamiléké people, first third of the 20th century, superb and important zoomorphic helmet mask of great antiquity representing a stylized buffalo head with curved horns presenting an engraved decoration and a beautiful carved jaw. This rare Babanki-Tungo mask is worn by members of the “Yam Fun” society.Dimensions: Total height with base 52.5 cm. Height of the mask alone 47.5 cm. Length of mask 51.5 cm. The scale indicator in the last photograph is a small model of a lighter from a brand known to everyone.
Good condition except for slight normal wear and tear.
We take particular care with our packaging by using optimum protection. The shipment is made with insurance included. Shipping rates: mainland France: 30 euros, countries of the European Union and Switzerland: 40 euros, countries of Eastern Europe and the Maghreb: 85 euros, United States, Australia, Asia and the rest of the world: 165 euros. You can contact us at 0787869393 or 0953253741.
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