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Pair of Kongo Nail Fetish figures

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This lot contains 2 carved wooden sculptures embellished with numerous inset nails as well as glass eyes. Known locally as Nkonde N'kisi, they were considered magic fetish objects used to ward off or to cause harm. Kongo peoples, Congo, Africa. The sculptures measures 10.25 inches tall.

Condition

Fair, weathered

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Pair of Kongo Nail Fetish figures

Name: Pair of Kongo Nail Fetish figures
SKU: 91098546
Price: 140 USD
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