Showrooms

32-00 Skillman Ave.

Long Island City, NY 11101

United States

www.newelprops.com/

African D.R. Congo Carved Wood & String Nkisi Male Nail Fetish Figure

Offered by: Newel Antique Gallery

Description
African Democratic Republic of the Congo 20th Century male nail fetish guardian figure ("Yombe Nkisi Nkonde") carved from a single piece of wood encased and hidden beneath a network of string woven around metal triangular blades. (Similar items: NWL6885 NWL6886 NWL6887 NWL6888 NWL6889 NWL6932)

Feet have breaks. Wear to finish some string losses.

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	NWL6886
Incollect Reference #:	836542

Dimensions

W.	7 in;	H.	21 in;
W.	17.78 cm;	H.	53.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

Newel, a family business since 1939, is a premier destination for antiques, contemporary art, and luxury decor, offering an unmatched collection of over 40,000 items. With locations in Manhattan, Long Island City, and South Florida, contact us at incollect@newel.com or 212.758.1970.