SKU: 141365
Songye Nkishi Power Fetish Figure Congo
Height: 14.5
Width: 6.0
Depth: 6.0
Width: 6.0
Depth: 6.0
$150.00
Description
The Songye Nkishi power fetish figure originates from the Lualaba River in the savanna territory. Figures like this are usually placed on family or village altars to commune with ancestors and nature spirits alongside prayers, other animal spirits, and offerings. Sculptures like the Nkishi are integral to the practices of Nganga, spiritual leaders with divinatory abilities who utilized rituals and sculptures to heal, for protection, and interact with the spiritual realm. Most Nkishi power figures contain magical materials on their pronounced bellies and serve as a conduit between the Nganga's ritualistic actions and the spiritual entities that accompany them.
Height (In)
14.5
Width (In)
6.0
Depth (In)
6.0
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Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Songye
Country of Origin: Democractic Republic of the Congo
Material
Material: wood, cowrie shells
Condition
Damage/Repair: A few cracks, see photos for details.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.