Rare Nkisi Nkonde Power Fetish, Kongo Tribe, Congo

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

20th century, Republic of Congo, carved wood, standing power figure with applied nails, woven fabric, animal skulls, twisted rope and nails. This lot to be sold on day 1, Wednesday, October 3 (Lots 1

20th century, Republic of Congo, carved wood, standing power figure with applied nails, woven fabric, animal skulls, twisted rope and nails. This lot to be sold on day 1, Wednesday, October 3 (Lots 1

Large carved wooden effigy of a janus Canine / Human figure with janus mask faces and hundreds of iron nails driven into the figure. Kongo peoples, Congo, Africa. The sculpture measures 23.5 inches ta

A very large vintage sculpture from the Kongo peoples, DRC/ CONGO, Africa. Carved wooden image of a N'konde N'kisi Nail fetish, a effigy of a spirit with inset glass eyes and dozens of nails and spike

A vintage sculpture from the Kongo peoples, DRC/ CONGO, Africa. Carved wooden image of a N'konde N'kisi Nail fetish, a effigy of a spirit with inset glass eyes and dozens of nails and spikes driven in

A HUGE vintage sculpture from the Kongo peoples, DRC/ CONGO, Africa. A very tall carved wooden image of a N'konde N'kisi Nail fetish, a effigy of a spirit with inset glass eyes and hundreds of nails a

This is a fantastic vintage sculpture from the Kongo peoples, DRC/ CONGO, Africa. Carved wooden image of a N'konde N'kisi Nail fetish, a effigy of a spirit with inset glass eyes and a large chamber fo

African Congo Nkisi Nkondi power fetish figure (spirit), carved wood & metal, glass in belly represents the otherworld inhabited by spirits of the dead who can peer through and see potential enemies t

Carved wooden fetish like idol with inset glass eyes and dozens of nails driven into the form. Kongo peoples, Congo, Africa. The figure measures 13.5 inches tall.

Carved wooden "Nkisi" or magic fetish carving from the Songye peoples of the DRC / Congo, central AFRICA. Such idols were considered powerful magic by the tribe, and this one in particular is interest

Powerfull Nail fetish figure from the Yombe tribe of DR Congo. A Nkisi refers to the spiritual nature of the figure where nkondi refers to the power of the figure itself. Spiritual and religious speci

Powerfull Nail fetish figure from the Yombe tribe of DR Congo. A Nkisi refers to the spiritual nature of the figure where nkondi refers to the power of the figure itself. Spiritual and religious speci

BAKONGO, Vili OR YOMBE Rare Power Figure Country: Congo Drc People: Bakongo, Vili or Yombe Material: Wood, cord, glass, textile Dimensions: About 29 inches high (31" with the base) Condition: Not good

A very rare Old N'kisi Power or Magic fetish from the Songye peoples that was photographed in the field by C. Henaultin during a 1960's/1970's expedition. A scan of the exceedingly rare Field Photogra

Large Nkisi fetish figure - BACONGO - D.R. Congo - BACONGO - D.R. Congo Mid 20th century Wood, rope, horn, glass 51 cm Nkisi fetish of the Bakongo tribe D.R. Congo. An elaborate head with a big body a

A large carved wooden male effigy with countless nails and blades inserted and a smaller "spirit" face on the front, most interesting is the head turned off axis, giving the sculpture a sense of motio

CONGO DRC SONGYE FETISH (NKISHI) The Mankishi (plural of "Nkishi") are figures of power, They were used as relays with the spirits of the dead people very present in the religion.. They are used in "m

CONGO DRC SONGYE FETISH (NKISHI) The Mankishi (plural of "Nkishi") are figures of power, They were used as relays with the spirits of the dead people very present in the religion.. They are used in "m

African Tribal Art: Bakongo People, Congo/Zaire: Large Nkisi Fetish/Power Figure of a Seated Dog. The carving is estimated to be from the late 19th century, with additions and modifications dating thr

Kongo "N'kisi" Magic Fetish, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa. Carved wooden female effigy shown with snake to breast, raised scarrification, inset glass eyes (female and snake). Well handled pati

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.

A carved wooden male fetish with classic style form and a nice smile. Despite the weathered and worn appearance of this sculpture, it was likely made for the art trade. Songye peoples, DRC / Congo, Af

Kongo Peoples, Nkisi fetish figure, DR Congo, carved and pigmented wood, glass, vegetable fiber, with attached fetish bundles, charge in belly, and glass eyes, 15"h