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Nkisi power figure, Songe

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Item Details

Description

Nkisi power figure, Songe
H: 71 cm (2' 4")
Congo, early mid 20th century

A male power figure adorned with many magical elements from the southeastern part of Congo. Such figures were handed over to a village healer after completion by the carver, who adorned and filled them with magical substances, transforming them into animated, energy-filled beings. The artist placed ornamental inlays made of colored metal in the face, which lend a special charm to the eyebrows and chin. An untouched object that was in family possession for over 50 years.

Published in the book: "DIE SAMMLUNG Gerhard F. Vesely", page 225
Provenance: private collection, Paris