Namji Doll Rattle Antique African Figure Instrument

A Superb Namchi Namji Janus Faced Doll Ganza Rattle Fertility Fetish Figure
Antique African Art - Tribal Sculpture Musical Instrument - Cameroon

Collected from the: Namchi or Namji peoples of Cameroon, West Africa
Material: Hardwood, leather, beads, calabash gourds, animal horn, plant fiber, medicine packets
Estimated Period: Early to mid 20th century
Dimensions: 20" height, 6.5" width, 4" depth; weight is 2.40 pounds
Condition: Exceptional. From a private Seattle collection, exhibits strong signs of age, and wear from authentic tribal use, wear exposed wood presents significant patination, rattle remains intact and continues to produce delightful sounds. Make special note of the delicate double chevron pattern inlaid beading on each face - truly a magnificent specimen!

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