Mfunte Tadep Figure
Dimondstein Tribal Arts
These figures, known as Tadep, were part of the group of objects used by the Suaga society in their biannual performances to protect a village from harm. Rather than represent a single ancestor, these figures were a conduit to the whole spirit world of the ancestors.
$5,800.00
Artwork details
Origin
Cameroon
Dimension
H 13IN
H 33.02CM
Provenance
Joaquin Pecci, Brussels
Condition
Excellent, signs of ritual use; sacred materials applied, a few chips from surface.
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