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Bakongo Peoples, Nkondi Nkisi Fetish figure

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Bakongo Peoples, Nkondi Nkisi Fetish figure

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Description

Bakongo Peoples, Nkondi Nkisi Fetish figure, 20th c., Democratic Republic of Congo, carved wood kneeling power figure with nails and metal objects protruding form his chest, white and red pigment and mirrored eyes, 13"h

Condition

Good, dry crusty surface, oxidation to metal, 2" vertical split from front center base **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Bakongo Peoples, Nkondi Nkisi Fetish figure

Name: Bakongo Peoples, Nkondi Nkisi Fetish figure
SKU: 84860119
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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