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This is the rating and price for Mask Atua Akam, 1991



Description : African art. Grassland Cameroon - Mankon. Mask Atua Akam. Hardwood with dark patina, fabric, shells and pigments. Some shortcomings (shells), signs of use.. Among the Makon, one of the many ethnic groups that populate the Grassland of Cameroon, this type of mask called Akam, was considered very important because worn by the head of the dancers of the court of the king. During the celebrations the chief dancer who wore the mask Akam and led a long procession with different types of masks through the square in front of the royal palace ( Christopher D. Roy, 1991). Worn flat on the head, this large old hardwood carved mask has been embellished in the beard and hair area with a brownish fabric on which geometrically arranged shells have been applied (some missing). Beautiful in size, carving quality, patina, wear and tear and signs of use.. Cm 30,00 x 50,00 x 12,00.
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Estimate (low-high) : 4000 EUR-5000 EUR It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 32
Title : Mask Atua Akam, Period : 1991
Size : Cm 30,00 x 50,00 x 12,00
Capitolium Art, auctioneer, Brescia, IT It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : AUCTION 390 - African, Oceanic and Americas art
Sale date : 22 Dec 2022 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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