Songye. Power Figure (Nkisi), late 19th or early 20th century. Wood, copper, 7 x 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. (17.8 x 5.8 x 6.5 cm). Gift of Elliot Picket, 70.72.1. Creative Commons-BY.

Power Figure (Nkisi)

late 19th or early 20th century

Songye

Arts of Africa

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Songye
Classification: (not assigned)
Formatted Medium: Wood, copper
Medium: wood, copper
Locations: Place made: Lomani District, Kabinda Region, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Dimensions: 7 x 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. (17.8 x 5.8 x 6.5 cm)
Departments: Arts of Africa
Accession Number: 70.72.1
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