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Figure – Glass, Wood, nails – Nkisi – Yombe – Congo

 149,00

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Description

African NKISI figure of the Yombe tribe from Congo.

In African art, the Nkisis’ embody voodoo and witchcraft. The Nkisi do not only heal but also protect or promote hunting and/or fishing. It can also be used as a weapon and have a negative effect on the people involved. The nails are hammered into the figurine to activate the spiritual power of the figure.

The figure has a powerful appearance. Items such as this one were used to protect a house. In good condition with signs of wear and old age.

OBJECT

Figure

INDIGENOUS OBJECT NAME

Nkisi

ETHNIC GROUP/ CULTURE

Yombe

REGION/ COUNTRY

Congo

MATERIAL

Glass, nails, Wood

DIMENSIONS

26×11×10 cm

WEIGHT

450 g
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