BAMOUN CHIEF'S NECKLACE - CAMEROON
Origin: Cameroon
Materials: Bronze alloy.
Description:

Ancient bronze alloy necklaces were symbols of wealth and prestige due to their complex production process and the rare raw materials involved. Crafted using the lost-wax casting method, these necklaces require advanced technical skills. A chief often bestowed them as a reward for bravery or worn by Bamoun royalty and council members during ceremonies or important decision-making. The buffalo motifs on these necklaces symbolize strength and resilience, while the numan faces are believed to represent power and prestige, serving to ward off evil.

Description:

Ancient bronze alloy necklaces were symbols of wealth and prestige due to their complex production process and the rare raw materials involved. Crafted using the lost-wax casting method, these necklaces require advanced technical skills. A chief often bestowed them as a reward for bravery or worn by Bamoun royalty and council members during ceremonies or important decision-making. The buffalo motifs on these necklaces symbolize strength and resilience, while the numan faces are believed to represent power and prestige, serving to ward off evil.

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Dimensions:

57 H x 15 W x 48 D cm (Depth and height are inclusive of the stand)