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Status: Available 

Item Code: MSC007

Origin: Cameroon  , Africa.

Tribe: Bamileke 

Material: cotton with burls reinforced with wood.

Dimensions: 12 1/2" with custom made art stand. 

Condition: very good with some loose burls.

Price: $ 350.00

Description:  In the Cameroon Grassland region the men of the Bamun,  Tikar and Bamileke groups hand knit special ceremonial hats such as this one. They are worn by established men and elders in the community during ceremonial occasions.

This is a beautiful example in wonderful condition.

      

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