Old Artisanal Mask Primitive African Art Ethnic/Tribal/Bamiléké Tribe of Cameroon - Representing the face of a bearded man topped with a headdress with animal heads (birds, deer and stylized human face) - in bronze with golden patina, lost wax technique - The different ethnic groups of the Cameroon region are renowned for their skilled and highly imaginative metalwork and are among the most sought after of all African sculptures. The central buckle at the top of this piece suggests that this piece could possibly be used as a hip mask, worn on the decorated belt of a king or tribal official - Very beautiful finesse for this unique piece of art, presenting a beautiful patina of time - Dimensions/Height 26 cm. Max width 20 cm. Thickness 5.5/6 cm. Net weight 1 kg 191. TB condition