Fetish figure - Congo

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€ 1
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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 280 - € 330
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Description from the seller

Old Nkisi fetish - Congo - DRC
Superb small protective male figurine
Arm raised, magical charge placed on the abdomen, sealed by a glass plate
Wood with a beautiful glossy brown patina, belt and necklace of cords, fabrics and plant fibers
Former family collection - Colonial era circa 1940

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Old Nkisi fetish - Congo - DRC
Superb small protective male figurine
Arm raised, magical charge placed on the abdomen, sealed by a glass plate
Wood with a beautiful glossy brown patina, belt and necklace of cords, fabrics and plant fibers
Former family collection - Colonial era circa 1940

Translated Show original

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Height
22 cm
Width
0 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
0 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1940-1950
Sold by
lucsky7770
FranceVerified
71
Objects sold
1
Object in auction
27
Reviews
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