CONGO PEOPLE

Fetish Nkissi

CONGO PEOPLE

Fetish Nkissi

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This rare and beautiful figure of 19th century power, Nkisi N'kondi: Mangaaka, which means medicine. The figure was used as sacred medicines and divine protection to ward off danger and protect health.

It is made of carved wood, complemented with a fabric skirt and scarf, studded with nails on the chest and belly, being in the belly is an indeterminate material. 

Length: 17.5 cm
Height: 73 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Weight: 2,950 kg

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