A Rare Old Kusu Magic fetish Ex G. Galinier, France
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A carved wooden idol with brass inset eyes and small animal horn on top to act as a "magic" charge to empower the idol. Such figures were considered mediums to the spirit world. The figure measures 14.75 inches tall. Kusu peoples, DRC/Congo, Africa. Provenance: Private Rhode Island Collector. Purchased in Europe C. 1970's. Ex ~ G. Galinier, Toulouse, France
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fair, small areas of erosion, well handled surface patina.
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A Rare Old Kusu Magic fetish Ex G. Galinier, France
Estimate $500 - $1,000
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