The Bamoum facial features are exaggerated, with bulging eyes, a flattened nose topping a laughing mouth. Beadwork is an essential element of Bamoum Art and what distinguishes them from other regions of Africa. It is an art form that is highly personal in that no two pieces are alike and are often used in dazzling colours that catch the eye. They may be an indication of status based on what kinds of beads are used. Bead work utilized all over on wooden masks is a technique that is unique only to the Cameroon grasslands.
