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DE BAECQUE et Associés - Lyon
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BAMOUN, CAMROUN mid 20th century.
See original version (French)
236
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BAMOUN, CAMROUN mid 20th century.
See original version (French)
Estimate €300 - €500
Voluntary lot
Description
BAMOUN, CAMROUN mid 20th century.
Superb olive tree from the Bamoun people of north-west Cameroon (Grassland region). Made using the lost wax
technique, this traversing horn is entirely decorated with geometric motifs, friezes and spirals running along the body and bell.
the body and bell of the instrument. Grelots, leather pendants and cowrie shells, a carrying strap
complete the decoration. Particularly fine workmanship for this prestigious olifant in playing condition.
Mid 20th century.
L . 50 cm
Weight : 1720 g
See original version (French)
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