NKISI POWERFIGURE - Songye

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NKISI POWERFIGURE - Songye #1.0
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Description from the seller

Small Nkisi/Nkondi powerfigure of the Songye people living in Congo.
This type of small figures was meant to serve as personal protection for the individual.
Ex collection Alain Bruno - France.
Now in my private Dutch collection.

Material: wood, horn, skin, textile and ritual material.
Fine patina caused by use and age.

Small Nkisi/Nkondi powerfigure of the Songye people living in Congo.
This type of small figures was meant to serve as personal protection for the individual.
Ex collection Alain Bruno - France.
Now in my private Dutch collection.

Material: wood, horn, skin, textile and ritual material.
Fine patina caused by use and age.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
NKISI POWERFIGURE
Height
31 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
7 cm
Weight
300 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
huiswol
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300
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