A Cameroonian Fang Ngumba reliquary figure and reliquary Cross-section of a round casket made of painted wood with engraved walls and a male figure on top. The entire surface covered in leather and decorated with sheet brass ornaments and a lavish crown of feathers (one side slightly deformed). Height with feathers 65 cm. With a large wooden male figure with mirrored eyes, animal skin clothing, brass jewelry and a broad polychrome feather crown. Missing part on the right foot, the other broken, slightly rubbed. Height with feathers 100 cm. Condition: II

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