Description
Cute SONGYE Power Figure (NKISHI)
According to the classification made by François Neyt, this fetish comes from the region of Eki, Sanga and Kalebwe. (Neyt, Songye, 2004)
The Mankishi (plural of "Nkishi") are figures of power
They were used as relays with the spirits of the dead people very present in the religion.. They are used in "magic" rites serving the interest and well-being of an Individual or the entire community. (Art et pouvoir dans la Savane d'Afrique Centrale, p. 72-73).
Characteristics:
TYPE OF OBJECT: Fetish - Power figure (Nkisi)
ETHNICAL GROUP: Songye – Basongye – Songe.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic Congo
(ex Zaïre, ex Belgian Congo).
MATERIAL: Wood, metal (upholstery nails)
DIMENSIONS: About 9 inches high (23 cm)
10 1/2 with the base (27 cm)
CONDITION: Medium
(Please have a look on the pictures)
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Reserve: $600.00
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Nice SONGYE Power Figure nail Fetish Congo Drc Zaire African Tribal Art MC 1860
Estimate $700-$800
Starting Price
$300
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