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Miniature Songye Power Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Miniature Songye Power Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Description

Miniature Songye Power Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
nkisi
Wood, metal, Bay Duiker horn (Cephalopus dorsalis), pigment
Height 4 1/2in (11.4cm)

Provenance
Galerie Renaud Vanuxem, Paris
Private Princely Collection

This small but powerful nkisi has thickly applied ritual patination, a horn inserted on the top of the head and a long metal rod attached adding to the figurine's physical vigor.
Lot to be sold without reserve.

Condition

Old losses to base; wear to right side of face; wear consistent with age. Custom base.

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Miniature Songye Power Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Name: Miniature Songye Power Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
SKU: 175986696
Price: 1100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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Starting Price $1,600

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