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African Congo Songye Carved Wood Fetish Figure, 20th Century Art

$1,900
£1,420.72
€1,659.32
CA$2,669.50
A$2,704.06
CHF 1,552.62
MX$32,785.92
NOK 18,016.11
SEK 18,338.33
DKK 12,405.14

About the Item

African Congo 20th Century carved wood Songye ceremonial fetish figure made with inlaid horn and various materials to promote fertility, vanquish enemies or protect the village. Wear to finish, some losses, chipping, splits
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Horn,Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Africa
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Queens, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NWL68751stDibs: LU977947280022

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