Description: Set of 4 Four Authentic Bufu/Fut Tribal Masks Hand-Carved Wood from Bafut Cameroon Africa in 1965 Vintage African Bufu/Fut Tribal Masks - Hand-Carved Wooden Masks. Two warrior masks, water buffalo, and gorilla with animal Hair and Beard. The masks were hand carved over 60 years ago. They were created for ritual coming-of-age ceremonies for young Bufu men. <>< ><> <>< ><> Features These amazing masks measure approximately 10-11” H x 8” W. They have strong features, robust carving and vintage patina. The gorilla mask has animal hide and fur hair and beard. <>< ><> <>< ><> Bufu/Fut Four Authentic African Tribal Ritual Masks from the Bufu/Fut tribe of Bafut, Cameroon. The African Bufu/Fut are a Grassfields ethnic group located in the Bafut Subdivision of the North West Province, Cameroon; thought to have ancient roots in Niger-Congo from over 300 years ago. The Bufu/Fut are one of the few African peoples with traditional tribal leadership today. <>< ><> <>< >< Origin They were part of the estate of my favorite teacher, a world traveler from New Castle, Indiana. I had Mr Scott for Social Studies in 1967; soon after he returned from Peace Corps service in Africa. His hand-written note on their 1965 origin is still on the back of one of the warrior masks. He was an avid traveler and visited a total of 78 countries on 6 continents, as well as 49 of the 50 states. He also authored four books chronicling his adventures: My Peace Corps Experience, The Mini Sojourns, Miscellaneous Reflections, and The Big Trip. <>< ><> <>< >< Condition These masks are in good condition ~ rubs and stains showing normal wear one might expect on a vintage artifact. The animal fur on the gorilla mask has some wear. See photos.
Price: 400 USD
Location: New Castle, Indiana
End Time: 2024-12-16T04:56:07.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Country/Region of Manufacture: Cameroon
Culture: African
Handmade: Yes
