Nsapo- Nsapo Power fetish

A carved wooden magic idol with a highly stylized form, enlarged head, simple coiffure and inset red bead eyes. The Nsapo-Nsapo is actually a breakaway group stemming from the Songye clans. Nsapo-Nsap

Consisting of a carved wooden core and then a layered surface of organic Materials. The primary function of a boli is to accumulate and control the naturally occurring life force called nyama for the

A Carved wooden "power fetish" idol with bold classic form, embellished with animal hide and horns , woven grass skirt. The figure has been professionally custom mounted. The figure measures 27 inches

African Boli Power Fetish, Mali. Wood. Cloth, mud, and sacrificial material. Size: 17'' x 8'' x 11'' (43 x 20 x 28 cm).

Type: Carving / sculptureMaterials: Wood, feathersMarkings & Inscriptions: UnmarkedDate: Early to mid 20th centuryMaker: African (Mali, Congo)Description: To wood carvings, include a Dogon ancestral c

A carved wooden shrine idol with strong facial features, inverted central animal horn and adorned with metal tacks and reptile hide. Such idols are commissioned by the village shaman priest or the nga

A very old and striking example of the Bamana tradition of a "BOLI" fetish used on a local shrine. The primary function of a boli is to accumulate and control the naturally occurring life force called

A tall antique sculpture of a Nkisi, or power fetish by the Songye peoples. This sculpture was carved from a heavy dense` wood in classic form, there is a tall animal horn embedded into the top that a

Antique African Yaka Janus Power Fetish, DRC. With intact bundle. Size: 15.25'' x 3'' x 4'' (39 x 8 x 10 cm); Height on stand: 17" (43 cm).

Antique African Nkisi Kongo Power Fetish Figure from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Early 20th C wood and fabric fetish figure for ritual ceremonies. Measuring 22 cm H x 8 W. From a Montreal privat

A YAKA FEMALE POWER FIGURE from the Democratic Republic of Congo, the ridged cap above a face with slit bean eyes within circular orbits, typical upturned nose, mouth carved open, the diminutive arms

This is a rare western Luba Power figure with a strong Songye influence from the Congo, central Africa. The dark carved wooden idol has an oily patina, adorned with metal tacks, a power horn and rope

African Bamana Boli Power Fetish. Carved wood core covered in organic ritual materials traditionally including: chicken or goats blood, chewed and expectorated kola nuts, alcoholic beverages, honey, m

A Carved wooden magic effigy with bold stance and a most unusual Blind face with spots, possibly representing a disease that the sculpture was to help overcome. Songye peoples, Congo, Africa. The figu

Bold and primitive carved wooden magic fetish adorned with huge snail shells, bones and magic regalia. Bakongo peoples, Congo, Africa. The figure measures 27 inches tall.

African Bakongo Power Fetish. Carved wood, feathers, shells, nails, plant fiber, fur. Size: 16'' x 8.5'' x 10'' (41 x 22 x 25 cm).

A carved heavy wooden shrine idol with bold form and classic features, most notably the tall animal horn on top, embellished with brass tacks and woven textiles and beads as adornment. The figure has

A carved wooden shrine idol with implanted animal horn and classic facial treatment and overall style of the Songye magic idols. The Village Shaman/Priest or nganga assembled the bishimba, powerful ma

A large heavy carved wooden village idol with traditional style mask like face, incised deigns, traditional , almost cubist form, a animal hide like vest and feather coiffure. Songye peoples, Congo, A

carved from a heavy dense wood and featuring a striking image of a Power fetish with heard arched back, mouth open and large chamber sealed with glass in its chest. The figure appears to have some age

A large carved wooden female magic power fetish idol with wonderful stylized form and well rounded and well handled edges, and a very tall animal horn as a top finial. Heavy erosion on the bottom sugg

African Boli Power Fetish, Mali. Wood. Cloth, mud, and sacrificial material. Size: 14.75'' x 3.5'' x 3.5'' (37 x 9 x 9 cm).

A carved wooden shrine idol with strong facial features, a tall central animal horn and adorned with animal hide and woven ropes. Such idols are commissioned by the village shaman priest or the nganga

A very finely carved wooden magic fetish with tall inset animal horn, stylized face and form, adorned with woven grass skirt. Songye peoples, Congo, Africa. The sculpture measures 21 inches tall ( 24.