Lot #24 - Five Namji Ritual Dolls, Cameroon
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Auction House:Shapiro Auctions
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Sale Name:Contemporary African and Tribal Art From the Collection of Ray Hughes
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Sale Date:08 Dec 2019 ~ 2pm (AEDT)
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Lot #:24
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Lot Description:Five Namji Ritual Dolls, Cameroon
wood, beads, horn, metal, animal skin and shells, on stands (5)
approx. height 30 cm -
Provenance:The Estate of Ray Hughes
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Notes:Namji dolls were used for ritual purposes, as a protective fetish figure or fertility amulet. They were presented to brides on their wedding day to increase chance of pregnancy
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Estimate:A$1,000 - 1,500
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.
