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African D.R. Congo 20th Century Carved Wood Nkisi Male Nail Fetish Figure

Offered by: Newel Antique Gallery

Description
African Democratic Republic of the Congo 20th Century carved wood male nail fetish guardian figure ("Yombe Nkisi Nkonde") with inlaid glass over painted eyes a human head in its belly roped bundles and metal nails. (Similar items: NWL6885 NWL6886 NWL6887 NWL6888 NWL6889 NWL6932)

Split up the middle bottom front but stable wear to finish.

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	NWL6884
Incollect Reference #:	836541

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	11.5 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	29.21 cm;

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