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Mambila Large Female Figure African Sculpture

$12,500
£9,525.23
€10,985.22
CA$17,753.74
A$19,075.40
CHF 10,233.92
MX$224,730.23

About the Item

Authentic old piece, retaining some of the original painted surface. Art from the Cameroon tribes played a great role in influencing and inspiring the German Expressionists. Though rarely done. the quality and authenticity of the tribal art, should match the quality and authenticity of the modern art it is displayed with.
  • Creator:
    Mambila (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. some cracks as shown, no restorations, mounted.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3438315878222

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