Kongo Nkisi Figure

Democratic Republic of Congo

Mid 20th c

9 inches high x 3 inches wide

Ex: New Mexico collection

$ 800

Inv. # A2055

Kongo Nkisi figures were carved to function as a container with magical power embedded on to it’s body.  The fetish was used in rituals in conjunction with song and dance by a ritual specialist.  It functioned to promote prosperity, enhance fertility, to combat disease and to punish wrongdoers through witchcraft.

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