Figurative royal fly whisk
Bekom or Tikar
Cameroon Grassfields
Early 20th century
Wood with fiber and hair
18"L overall (10.75"wood handle only)
Excellent condition, showing much handling and use. Wear and loss to the center of the face on handle, and some discoloration of the horse hair. Deep, shiny, dark and aged patina with traces of camwood
Provenance: Private collection, New England since 1970's