Bamun Bowl played on boards like these

played on boards like these which have worn depressions which hold game pieces such as seeds

Fertility dolls were traditionally given to young girls to look after and help prepare for their roles as mothers

They were extremely personal to the owner

The baskets are extremely hard wearing as the roots allow for higher coil to be woven

Bamun Bowl played on boards like theseThis ceremonial bowl has been intricately hand carved by the Bamun people of Cameroon. The detailed designs is a replica of the courtly card art from the workshops of the royal palaces of the Cameroon Grassland. The handle shows the skill of the carving and handles were considered to be important in the design as it was viewed as a better way to serve the food to guests by holding a handle rather than the bowl. The carving of the male head on this