Les calebasses nka’a kügha : du contexte d’origine à la mise en exposition en Europe

The jawbones of enemies killed by the Bamum were hung from these calabashes. These symbols of victory were the used for rituals and considered the dynasty’s regalia. During the colonial period, they became artefacts collected by Europeans, particularly missionaries. Their acquisition led to a break...

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Main Author: Ninon Arbez-Gindre
Format: Article
Language:fra
Published: École du Louvre 2024-12-01
Series:Les Cahiers de l'École du Louvre
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Online Access:https://journals.openedition.org/cel/35209
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