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55 - Mambila, Cameroon Suaga helmet mask, wood, pigments, H.
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Estimate €200 - €300

Description

Mambila, Cameroon Suaga helmet mask, wood, pigments, H. 42 cm – W. 19 cm. The Suaga mask has zoomorphic features that are difficult to associate with any specific animal. Whilst the gaping mouth lined with sharp teeth is reminiscent of a dog, the head features two long, curved horns. Viewed in profile, it displays a broad convex curve extending from the forehead to the tip of the snout. A sparing application of white paint highlights the pointed ears with triangular crests, the outer ring of the cylindrical eyes and the rows of teeth.

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About the sale AFRICAN ART – TERRACOTTA FROM THE INDUS VALLEY – PRE-COLUMBIAN ART – OCEANIAN ART – HOPI CULTURE

Auction location

Auction time 06/24/2026 at 1:30 PM

Ref. : 3359 - 34

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55 - Mambila, Cameroon Suaga helmet mask, wood, pigments, H. See original version (French)

55 - Mambila, Cameroon Suaga helmet mask, wood, pigments, H.
See original version (French)