
Sujet
Two of the best known African sculptures, these figures appear to be by the same hand
Légende
Two of the best known African sculptures, these figures appear to be by the same hand, The male is a memorial figure of a royal ancestor, while the female is either its partner or a mother of twins and Earth cult priestess. These figures were often produced during the lifetime of the subjects and were presented at funeral and enthroning ceremonies. Cameroon. Bamileke / Bangwa. 19th Century.
Crédit
Photo12/Universal Images Group/Werner Forman
Notre référence
UMG12A17_094
Model release
Non
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
33,9Mo (1,7Mo) / 30,0cm x 28,3cm / 3543 x 3348 (300dpi)