Large Songye Nkishi figure
Art and power of the Congo
Large Songye statue carved in dense wood. In view of its impressive size, this Nkishi-type piece was carved for the protection of a village. Its top horn is still stuck in the skull and testifies to loading and magical use. Note also the presence of a small abdominal bag. An important stylistic bias is visible through the strongly drawn, almond-shaped eyes.
This African statue was brought back from southeastern Congo in the 1980s.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 70 cm (horn included)
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood, accessories
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Condition
- Very good
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Art and power of the Congo
Large Songye statue carved in dense wood. In view of its impressive size, this Nkishi-type piece was carved for the protection of a village. Its top horn is still stuck in the skull and testifies to loading and magical use. Note also the presence of a small abdominal bag. An important stylistic bias is visible through the strongly drawn, almond-shaped eyes.
This African statue was brought back from southeastern Congo in the 1980s.