Description:

From our personal collection, on offer is this classic ancestor figure from the Mambila peoples of Cameroon. With its distinctive, eye-catching form, this style of sculpture is known as a tadep figure, used by the Suaga association for protection as well as judiciary purposes.

Characterized by exaggerated features, including an elongated, somewhat heart-shaped face, protruding belly, & bent-knee stance, the figure is adorned with wooden pegs across the head & brow, outlining the face & chin, & on the torso. The face & eyes are accentuated by an application of white pigment.

Overall condition: good. There are some imperfections in the wood, including basic wear & tear, scrapes & abrasions, dry age-cracks, chips to the feet (including one large chip to the back & a smaller one to the front of the figure's right foot), some pigment loss, evidence of old insect damage (arrested), & some missing pegs. Encrusted patina (there are areas of flaking pigment & patina). Superb display.

All items carefully packed & shipped after payment received & cleared via PayPal. Unless otherwise specified in the item description, shipping to the U.S. will generally be via USPS Priority Mail, USPS Parcel Post, or UPS. Expedited shipping upgrade is available & optional. Will ship worldwide, with international shipping rates to be determined by buyer's location. Insurance optional/additional. Seller not responsible for any damages incurred during shipping nor for any Customs-related fees for non-U.S. shipments.