Two hippopotamus bone fetish figurines, BAMILEKE, Cameroon, late 20th century

Two fetish figurines of the Bamileke carved from hippopotamus bone. Charming appearance and beautifully cut. The colour is obtained by placing the figurines in boiling palm oil with cola nuts. Good condition! Razor-sharp price!

Length: 13 cm
Weight together: 154 grams
Origin: Cameroon
Date: late 20th century