Verandah Post
Artist/Maker
Bamileke people
(Cameroon)
Dateearly 20th century
Mediumwood
DimensionsOverall: 77 1/2 x 9 3/8 x 3 3/8 in. (196.9 x 23.8 x 8.6 cm)
ClassificationsArchitectural Elements
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
Object number2012.2.189
DescriptionDoor post from a Royal Palace. The leopard symbolizes the supernatural powers of a fon (chief or king) and his authority over his subjects.On View
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