|
This Bamileke lamp is not available, choose something else.
|
Bamileke Oil LampH=24cm L=35cm Old oil lamp in terracotta, old worn patina, seen from above it looks like an eye. A quite interesting piece both for the collctor of earth ware, or for someone looking for a beautiful object. Price: NOT AVAILABLE
Spot the 7 differences between front and back
Bamileke lamp information request of availability (click to email) Price NOT AVAILABLE
The Bamileke are part of a larger cultural area known collectively as the Cameroon Grasslands. Within the Bamileke complex there are numerous smaller peoples who are loosely affiliated and share many similarities while retaining separate identities. The Bamileke originally came from an area to the north known as Mbam, which is today occupied by the Tikar. Fulani traders moving steadily southwards into Cameroon in the 17th century forced the southern drift of most of the Bamileke, although some elected to stay behind and live under the control of the invaders. They traveled through the area now occupied by the Bamum where many Bamileke remained and intermarried. Eventually, the majority settled in scattered villages to the south of Bamum territory. The Bamilike recognize a supreme god (Si), but they more commonly pay homage to their ancestors. Ancestral spirits are embodied in the skulls of the deceased ancestors. The skulls are in the possession of the eldest living male in each lineage, and all members of an extended family recognize the skulls of their group. When a family decides to relocate, a dwelling, which must be first purified by a diviner, is built to house the skulls in the new location. Although not all of the ancestral skulls are in the possession of a family, the spirits are not forgotten. These spirits have nowhere to reside and may cause trouble for the family. To compensate when a man's skull is not preserved, a family member must undergo a ceremony involving pouring libations into the ground. Dirt gathered from the spot then comes to represent the skull of the deceased. Respect is also paid to female skulls, although details about such practices are lacking. If you are interested in this Bamileke Lamp or have some questions about it, let me know by clicking below: |
African Art curated by: or comment at Buy African Art on Facebook David Norden is a private African art
dealer since 1992 who specializes in important works of art from African and
ancient cultures. All our items are sold with a free report with complete description, free delivery, 15 days money back guarantee, and six month exchange guarantee. You can pay us with Visa, Mastercard, Paypal, or money transfer.
Call us for assistance |
|
Share the African Art Love : Masks
| African statues |African
objects |Outside Africa | P.S.
Read some client Testimonials
...The
Mende Bundu helmet is a significant addition to my collection,
|
+32
3 227.35.40
