Tikar Vintage African Statue Tribal

Vintage African male statue of the Tikar 14 cm high 200 g Figure of a Pygmee of the Tikar people. Country of origin - Cameroon. According to experts, such images of pygmies were used in festive rituals. Experts believe that the figure depicts the ancestors of the pygmies, the cult of veneration of which is developed in Africa. The presented figurine is very expressive and can decorate any interior in African style. Another version says that this figure, carved from hard wood, represents a "captive dwarf". In the Tikar tribe, people carved such figures to show their dominance over dwarfs (pygmies). The art of Cameroon is the art of the royal court, which had complex protocols and numerous rituals. Regalia and objects of prestige were created for honored guests from various kingdoms; hence the variety of styles. Art objects were symbols of position in the hierarchy: their number, the materials from which they were made, and their iconography changed as one went down or up the social ladder. Material: hardwood Condition: In good condition considering its age with signs of wear and aging. Thank you so much for visiting AfricaArtSpirit, your mystery portal to the best kept treasures of Africa. Explore all our collections at: https://www.ballwool.com/shop/africaartspirit Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or wish to learn more about any of our pieces from our special art collection. Thank you so much!