Baston De Adivino
Bamileke · Cameroon
Reference: BST-42
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- Height
- 98 cm
- Material
- Wood, beads and pigments.
For the central character who carries in his arms a pumpkin of magical substances, by his dress and by his bearing we can say that he…
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Full original description
For the central character who carries in his arms a pumpkin of magical substances, by his dress and by his bearing we can say that he is a diviner in the service of the court, as also indicates in lion, symbol of power and royalty, besides representing strength, wisdom, generosity and courage. The lizards listed below the central character mean for the Bamileké the fruitful powers, the life and rebirth of the kingdom, the agility and vigilance of the king and the notables. The lower part of the baton is decorated with rows of light blue and yellow beads.
Further technical information
- Width
- 9 cm
- Attributed period
- Sixty years.
Details transcribed from the original catalogue; they are not a recent physical inspection.
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Cameroon. The country associated with the catalog is shown, not the current location of the piece.
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