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Songye Nkisi statue – DR Congo – Authentic tribal art object (60 cm)
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Amersfoort, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 11 sales
Product description
Beautifully hand-carved Songye statue from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
This impressive Nkisi-type figure displays all the characteristic elements of Songye sculpture: the elongated body, geometric shapes, incised facial lines, and a powerful, expressive presence.
The statue is carved from a single solid piece of wood and features an original fiber belt around the waist. The matte, natural patina shows signs of age, such as slight dry cracks and subtle wear—completely consistent with ethnographic ritual objects.
This type of Nkisi figure was traditionally used for protection, spiritual power, and ritual purposes within Songye culture.
Details
• Origin: DR Congo
• Tribe: Songye
• Type: Nkisi (spiritual/ritual statue)
• Material: Wood, textile, rope
• Height: 60 cm
• Width: 17 cm
• Depth: 23 cm
• Weight: 3.7 kg
• Condition: Authentic with patina and signs of age
✔ Authentic Songye Nkisi statue
✔ Impressive size (60 cm)
✔ Characterful expression and beautiful patina
✔ Fits well in art interiors and ethnographic collections
✔ Rarely offered in this size and condition
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight60 cmWidth17 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, Crack, Holes
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About this seller
Amersfoort, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 11 sales