Large Songye Nkishi power figure
  • Large Songye Nkishi power figure
  • Songye African Art
  • Authentic songye figure

Large Songye Nkishi power figure

€500.00

Art and power in the Congo

This large African statue was sculpted and accessorized in Songye territory, Democratic Republic of Congo.

This nkishi Songye fetish, given its size, was intended for the protection of the village.
His power is an integral part of his sculpture but is greatly reinforced by the additional elements that accompany it: loincloth, horns at the top, at the belt and in the ears, nails in the eyes, metal plate stuck in the trunk.

All these elements contribute to the protective power of the nkishi. The summit horn still embedded in the skull must be filled with a bishimba, a magic charge made by the master of divination.

The Songye African statues were carried around on stretchers as seen in a pop-up photo. They are generally powerful and solid in appearance with a geometric approach.

By buying this object you can collect up to 50 fidelity points fidelity point.
Your cart will total 50 fidelity point that can be converted into a voucher of €25.00.

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Data sheet

Presumed dating
2nd half XXth
Size
81 cm
Ethnic group
Songye / Basongye
Material(s)
Wood, accessories
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Stand
Included
Condition
Excellent

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