Carved from a dense, very heavy wood, this wonderful early Bamileke stool depicts a leopard in a crouching stance.
Ex Private Collection, UK
Estimated Period: First Half of 20th Century
H: 41cm
W: 40cm
Reference: Cooper Hewitt, 'Leopard Headpiece'
Condition Report: There has been what appears to be an early restoration to the seat of the stool.
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