Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon.
Private collection Brussels
The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colourful miniature glass beads in various forms and sizes .The embroidery is arranged in geometrical patterns and motifs representing leopards,spiders,lizards and other Bamileke symbols.
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Dimensions:Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Diameter: 8.67 in (22 cm)
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Materials and Techniques:BeadsBurlapBeaded,Embroidered
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Place of Origin:Cameroon
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Period:Mid-20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
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Seller Location:Leuven , BE
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Reference Number:Seller: 2616Seller: LU3301134437042
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