Puffy cheeks of wisdom

Bamileke & Bamoun Kingdom

Africa
Cameroon

Art Objects

  • Bamoun Beaded Throne, Cameroon
    The elaborately beaded throne of the Fon of Foumban.
  • Bamileke Cowrie-Covered Statue of King, Cameroon
    This statue of the King, covered in cowrie-shells, comes from the King’s private Royal museum in the Bandjoun Kingdom
  • Bamileke Beaded Elephant Mask, Cameroon
    This beaded Elephant Mask isworn by members of the Kuosi society to protect the king, Cameroon
  • Bamileke Carved Wooden Elephant Mask, Cameroon
    This carved wooden elephant mask symbolizes the power of the Bamileke King, Cameroon
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