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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