Sunday, April 19, 2020
Online Only April Auction | LOT #282 - African Nkisi Songye Figures
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LOT #282
African Nkisi Songye Figures
Two examples of Songye carved wood Nkisi power figures / fetishes, both having mounted animal horns; the taller having metal facial mounts, iron nails, glass beaded necklace, leather and fiber attachments; the other having cowrie shell eyes, brass nails and draped fur and hide
Estimate: $200 - $300
Hammer Price: $1,400
Dimensions: Height: 33 3/4 inches, Width: 7 inches, Length: 7 inches (larger)
Condition: Very Good to Good, stable splits to wood; loss of fur on hide; scuffs and scratches to surfaces; overall light to moderate wear consistent with age and normal use
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