Zemanek-Münster

Large power half figure "nkisi"

D. R. Congo, Songye
sold EUR 2,000
Size
H: 56,5 cm
H: 22.2 inch

Description

wood, greyish brown patina, strongly encrusted in some areas (face), nails, characteristic posture and facial features, round receptacle on the head for insertion of magical loading in shape of clay-like mass and nails, ears with drilled holes, coiffure from animal skin, remains of a loincloth, slightly dam., insect caused missing parts (right side of the body, left arm, base), cracks, metal plate


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