Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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LOT 151

Lot 151

Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century

Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
Lot 151 Details
Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century

carved wood with some natural pigment
height 44 in — 111.8 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon, West Africa, 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Some dry cracks, 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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