Lot 0136

Monkey Figure - Wood - Bulu - Cameroon

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Item Details

Description

Beautiful monkey figure with large ears from the Bulu tribe of Cameroon. The figure is covered with phembe (white clay) around the eyes and ears.

A particularly good monkey figure figure, depicting with great accuracy the animal?s posture.
The Bulu, a tribe from southern Cameroon, belongs to the Fang-Beti ethnic group, known for its magnificent statues.
Ngil is the gorilla, a mighty animal, that identifies candidates following initiation into the secret society. Nice aged patina with traces of tribal use. Good condition with traces of wear and tear.

Provenance: Manfred Sch?fer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.

Object: Monkey Figure

Ethnic group/ culture: Bulu

Region/ country: Cameroon

Material: Wood

Period: Mid 20th century

Condition: Good

Dimensions: 43?23?23 cm

Weight: 3000 g

Reserve: $140.00

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