Figure masculine magique "nkisi" / "nkishi"
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Lot: 311
98e vente aux enchèresFigure masculine magique "nkisi" / "nkishi"
R. D. Congo, Songe - Tetela
| Provenance | Taille | Prix d’appel / Prix d'Estimation |
|---|---|---|
| French Collection | H: 35 cm (with horn) | Cet objet n’est plus disponible. |
wood, animal horn, base
A recess closed with animal horn for filling with magical mass "bishimba" in the head, a second one in the back.
A comparable figure in terms of physiognomy and proportion of the body was auctioned at Zemanek-Münster on 14 March 2009, Lot 409 (AHDRC 0040849).
