Art, Antiques, & Jewelry
Fri, May 5, 2023 01:00AM EDT
Lot 147
Bamileke Elephant Mask, Cameroon
Unsold
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $75,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
A Bamileke elephant mask ( mbap mteng), black cloth over burlap, decorated with thousands of polychrome beads in geometric patterns. Cameroon, circa mid-20th c.
The mask measures 45" high by approximately 16" wide, and it is displayed atop a custom stand that measures 65" high and 9" x 9" at the base.
Good condition, noting a few very small holes to the cloth at the back of the head. The beadwork appears to be completely intact across the mask.
The mask measures 45" high by approximately 16" wide, and it is displayed atop a custom stand that measures 65" high and 9" x 9" at the base.