Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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LOT 148

Lot 148

Bamileke Hippo Mask with Zoomorphic Surmounts, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century

Bamileke Hippo Mask with Zoomorphic Surmounts, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
Lot 148 Details
Bamileke Hippo Mask with Zoomorphic Surmounts, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century

carved wood with some natural pigment
13.75 x 12 x 7.5 in — 34.9 x 30.5 x 19.1 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Bamileke Hippo Mask with Zoomorphic Surmounts, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Bamileke Hippo Mask with Zoomorphic Surmounts, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Bamileke Hippo Mask with Zoomorphic Surmounts, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
Provenance:

Empire Auctions, Ontario

CONDITION DETAILS

Some dry cracks, minor scuffs and abrasions.

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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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