A particularly good monkey maternity figure figure, depicting with great accuracy the animal’s posture.
The Bulu, a tribe from southern Cameroon, belongs to the Fang-Beti ethnic group, known for its magnificent statues.
Ngil is the gorilla, a mighty animal, that identifies candidates following initiation into the secret society. Nice aged patina with traces of tribal use. The monkey maternity figure is carrying a little monkey on her back. Good condition with traces of wear and tear.
Object: Monkey Figure
Ethnic group/ culture: Bulu
Region/ country: Cameroon
Material: Wood
Period: 2nd half 20th century
Condition: Good
Dimensions: 56×25×19 cm
Weight: 3900 g