Zemanek-Münster

Fetish figure "phuungu"

D. R. Congo, Yaka
sold EUR 300
Size
H: 22,5 cm
H: 8.9 inch

Description

wood, grass fibre, hide, feathers, fabric, base

The figures primary function is to protect against witches and other enemies and for this reason it is often positioned on the wall or near the roof supports in the interior of a dwelling.


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