Carved African Bamileke Monkey Mask Cameroon

A Bamileke mask, intricately designed to depict a monkey face, executed in wood, it is decorated with feathers and remnants of fabric. Bamileke masks, including those depicting animals like monkeys, are integral to the art and traditions of the Bamileke people of Cameroon. These masks are often used for funerals and annual harvest festivals. The masks are known for their detailed features and expressions, which convey specific traits or emotions.?Measures 8 inches H x 6 W. Provenance: A private collection in Paris, France.

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