A BRONZE CAST BUFFALO HEAD PENDANT

Description:

Africa.,Cameroon Grasslands
L. 3,9 cm
These pendants, cast in lost mould process, were used to create a magnificent disc-shaped necklace set with rowed buffalo heads, which was considered a traditional sign of wealth and prestige. It was worn only by high dignitaries on ceremonial occasions.
From the collection of Ludwig Bretschneider (1909-1987), assembled until the 1950/60s - Old collector's label