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Fetish Nkisi of Songye figure - DRC Congo - African Art Tribal Art

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Fetish Nkisi of Songye figure - DRC Congo - African Art Tribal Art

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Title: Fetish Nkisi of Songye figure - DRC Congo - African Art Tribal Art

Item Category: Figure, ancestor, statue

Date/Period: Second half 20th century

Origin: DRC, Congo

Materials: Wood, metal

Dimensions: 11,81 Inch

Weight: 1,1 Pounds

Note: Stand not included.

Additional Information: These protective fetishes for homes are among the most popular in Africa. Nkisi plays the role of mediator between gods and men. Large specimens are the collective property of an entire village, while smaller figures belong to an individual or family. In the 16th century, the Songyes migrated from the Shaba region to settle on the left bank of the Lualaba. Their society is organized in a patriarchal way. Their history is inseparable from that of the Luba to whom they are related through common ancestors.
The Songyes have created impressive statues with powerful features are often used during secret ceremonies, covered with accessories such as feathers, skin and a horn full of magical charge.
Alers present in their society, divination made it possible to discover the sorcerers and to shed light on the causes of the misfortunes that afflicted individuals.

Reserve: $132.50

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