Afrikanische kunst, African mask, Tikar tribe mask, Cameroon mask Sculpture

TIKAR PEOPLE The Tikar is a blanket term used for several ethnic groups in Cameroon. It has been used widely for different peoples and their culture. There is a single ethnic group called the Tikar who live in on the Tikar Plain in Adamawa Region. They speak a Bantoid language called Tikar. Their population is approximately 25.000. TIKAR MASKS Generally, ancient masks in the Kingdom were symbol of power to the owner. The power were coming from spiritual world and the ancestors. The masks were: 1. Ritual or ceremonial object 2. Decorative or ornamental object (Art) Often times, Tikar masks, with their ritual scarification's and formalized hair styles, are some of the most desirable in African art. Masks of this type are used during agricultural festivities, such as during harvest ceremonies. The basic concept of these rituals was the belief that the soil is sacred, because it belonged to the ancestors. Therefore, once the harvest is good, there is a great reason to celebrate and be grateful to them. COUNTRY OF ORIGEN: Cameroon PEOPLE: Tikar MATERIALS: Wood, bronze, brass DIMENSIONS: Height: 45 cm- 17.71" Width: 21 cm- 8.26" UNITY: 1 This vintage Mask is extremely valueble to collectors of African art. You can use for decor or creat and add to your Art Collection. You are looking for the best Art shop? Don't worry! Here is the right place: http://www.saatchiart.com/kassuende E-mail: mkjsucesso@gmail.com

Sculpture:Wood on Wood

Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork

Size:8.3 W x 17.7 H x 7 D in

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