AN UNIQUELY SHAPED ANIMAL STAFF FROM TANZANIA EAST.AFRICA ( No 4628) Adornment This is an excellent example

This is an excellent example in great condition

A wonderful glass beaded headdress from the Bamileke tribe of Cameroon

Has detailedlinear patterns in relief highlighting its shape

The carving style is classically semi abstract

AN UNIQUELY SHAPED ANIMAL STAFF FROM TANZANIA EAST.AFRICA ( No 4628) Adornment This is an excellent exampleThis is a shapely, sculptural figural staff from Tanzania East Africa. Striking example with natural branch form depicting an animal head. Looks like a giraffe. The patina is nicely developed. Made from a lovely orange African hardwood. This is a unique example, in good condition with wear. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Height approx 100cm