Zemanek-Münster

Standing figure "tadep"

Cameroon, Mambila
sold EUR 2,800
Provenance
Old Belgian Collection
Size
H: 35 cm
H: 13.8 inch

Description

wood, dark brown patina, red and white pigment remains, heart-shaped facial plane with big eyes and open mouth, typical details: the zigzag-contour of the legs, the hand held up to the chin and the small wooden plugs on the head, min. dam., traces of insect caused damage and abrasion, cracks, base


Comparing literature

Gebauer, Paul, Art of Cameroon, New York 1979, p. 213

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