Democratic Republic of Congo

Early 20th c

7 inches high x 1 1/2 inches wide

Ex: Julius Konietzko, Germany

$ 675

Inv. A3118

This Songye fetish figure was used for healing, fertility and protection from evil spirits sorcerers and hostile powers. The figure is in a frontal pose with a short trunk with finely carved hands resting on the abdomen. There are holes on top of the head, abdomen, ears and arms from use.

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