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African Nkisi Nkondi Nail Power Fetish Sculptures,Congo

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African Kongo Nkisi Nkondi Power Figure, DRC: African Kongo Nkisi Nkondi Power Figure, DRC. Carved and paint-decorated wood with metal nails. Base repaired. Size: 11.25'' x 7.25'' x 6'' (29 x 18 x 15 cm). Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential

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African Nkisi Nkondi Nail Power Fetish Sculptures,Congo

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Description

Antique African hand-carved wood spiritual power fetish sculptures with nails throughout.
Two figures.
Dimension: 9" and 10.25".
Condition: original estate condition, remnants of color and material, age appropriate.
Provenance: private estate

Condition

Good original estate condition, no repairs noted.
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African Nkisi Nkondi Nail Power Fetish Sculptures,Congo

Name: African Nkisi Nkondi Nail Power Fetish Sculptures,Congo
SKU: 58076441
Price: 80 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $300

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