Bronze Tikar Stool

This bronze Tikar stool from Cameroon is a masterful representation of Tikar artistry and tradition. Crafted using the lost-wax technique, it features a circular seat supported by figures of the royal entourage, each standing atop spirit heads. This composition reflects the Tikar understanding of power, where leadership is upheld by both the living and the ancestral realm.

Rich in symbolism and cosmology, the spirit heads at the base represent ancestral wisdom, grounding the structure in spiritual guidance. The figures supporting the seat embody the ruler’s court—advisors, warriors, and protectors—reinforcing the idea that authority is not individual but sustained through collective strength. The arrangement mirrors the Tikar worldview, where hierarchy, unity, and divine influence shape governance.

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Dimensions: 18.5'' x 15.5''