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African Bakongo N'Kisi Fetish, DRC

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African Art Bakongo Nkondi Nkisi Nail / Wood Fetish: Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bakongo peoples, ca. pre-1940's. This hand-carved wood power figure, called a nkisi nkondi, is carved in the likeness of a human being which symbolizes its pu

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Kakongo Nkisi fetish figure - DRC Congo - African Art Tribal Art: Title: Kakongo Nkisi fetish figure - DRC Congo - African Art Tribal Art Item Category: Figure, statue, chief Date/Period: Second half 20th century Origin: DRC, Congo Materials: Wood Dimensions: 17,72

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African Bakongo "N'Kisi" Magic Fetish, Congo/DRC. Carved wood and rope. Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Size: 8.75'' x 2.25'' x 2.25'' (22 x 6 x 6 cm). Please Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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African Bakongo N'Kisi Fetish, DRC

Name: African Bakongo N'Kisi Fetish, DRC
SKU: 81428731
Price: 1000 USD
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