Stylistic wooden fetish figure of the SONGYE tribe from D.R. Congo
It served to protect the family against diseases, accidents, bad spirits and bewitchment.
Good Songye figure, with a large head and beautiful shiny aged patina.
Object: Fetish Figure
Ethnic group/ culture: Songye
Region/ country: DR Congo
Material: Wood, Copper
Period: 2nd half 20th century
Condition: Good
Dimensions: 17×5×4 cm
Weight: 120 g