Crucifix - DR Congo
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Crucifix, wooden Bacongo cross from the DR Congo, 33 cm high, 24 cm wide, 4 cm deep, weight 800 g, in good condition; provenance Franco R, Darmstadt.
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Description from the seller
Named Nkangi Kitidu Klitsu, those Bacongo crosses are made under influence of the missionaries that came to Congo since the 15th century.
Named NKANGI KIDITU KLISTU, what means Christ the protector
The Mfufu's chiefs only had such a cross . Upon the death of a chief, a NKangi Kitidu was handled over to his successor during a special ceremony.
They where also used in judgements, the person involved had to touch the crucifix and swear to speak the truth!
It was also used in healing matters, the crucifix was then placed on the sick person to cure him or her.
Last but not least it had also a spiritual purpose, to be in contact with the son of the believed creator. of the world.
Provenance: Franco R, Darmstadt (Germany).
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Named Nkangi Kitidu Klitsu, those Bacongo crosses are made under influence of the missionaries that came to Congo since the 15th century.
Named NKANGI KIDITU KLISTU, what means Christ the protector
The Mfufu's chiefs only had such a cross . Upon the death of a chief, a NKangi Kitidu was handled over to his successor during a special ceremony.
They where also used in judgements, the person involved had to touch the crucifix and swear to speak the truth!
It was also used in healing matters, the crucifix was then placed on the sick person to cure him or her.
Last but not least it had also a spiritual purpose, to be in contact with the son of the believed creator. of the world.
Provenance: Franco R, Darmstadt (Germany).
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Details
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Crucifix
Height
33 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
4 cm
Weight
800 g
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