Description:

Western/Central Africa, Cameroon, Bamileke peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. Expertly carved from a single piece of wood, a helmet mask presenting an expressive visage comprised of bold features including oversized almond-shaped eyes, arched brows, a straight nose with delineated nostrils, jutting angular ears, and an open, smiling mouth full of sharp teeth above a pointed chin - all topped by a magnificent striated coiffure adorned by a band of triangles above the forehead. In Cameroon, every village and every town has its own group of so-called "juju dancers". They perform during all important events and feasts, such as the enthronement of a new king (or chief), the worshipping of ancestors, and funeral rituals. Size: 11.375" W x 18" H (28.9 cm x 45.7 cm); 23.1" H (58.7 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection, acquired in Germany in 2019; ex Gerhard and Gisela Hoffman, Germany

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#156882

  • Condition: Minor abrasions to face, coiffure, peripheries, and verso, with light darkening to some areas of white pigment, and inactive insect damage, otherwise intact and excellent. Nice remains of original pigment and smooth patina throughout.

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