Bidspirit auction | Bamileke Carved Face Mask

Bamileke Carved Face Mask - West Africa, Cameroon, Bamun or Bamileke early-mid 20th century carved face mask to honor an important chief or ancestor and regarded as an object of power. Early mask for use and used in ritual purpose, the face a dark black patina with carved lizard or zoomorphic decoration to the crown. 14 1/4” H x 9” W Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.. Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.