Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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July 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 105

Lot 105

Bamileke Beaded Buffalo Mask, Cameroon, Central Africa, late 20th/21st century

Bamileke Beaded Buffalo Mask, Cameroon, Central Africa, late 20th/21st century
Lot 105 Details
Bamileke Beaded Buffalo Mask, Cameroon, Central Africa, late 20th/21st century

carved wood with applied bead, shell and cloth decoration
height 26.75 in — 67.9 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $375
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Bamileke Beaded Buffalo Mask, Cameroon, Central Africa, late 20th/21st century
  • Bamileke Beaded Buffalo Mask, Cameroon, Central Africa, late 20th/21st century
  • Bamileke Beaded Buffalo Mask, Cameroon, Central Africa, late 20th/21st century

CONDITION DETAILS

Some wear to cloth and minor repairs to the back of the mask.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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