A1300-166
Tadep Or Ancestor Spirit Figure
Based
African Tribal
Cameroon
West Africa
Mambila People
Mid 20th C.
Carved And Painted Wood
$19500.00
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The Mambila people live in the region bordering Cameroon and Nigeria. Though they have no centralized hierarchical structure, they believe their ancestors intercede to protect the well-being of the living. The tadep figures represent and are created to honor ancestor spirits. They are characterized by a heart-shaped face and a large head lined with short wooden pegs, traditionally carved from a single piece of wood.
