Figure - Congo - Nkisi Sculpture (No Reserve Price)

Nkisi fetishes are objects of worship used in the religious and spiritual traditions of several ethnic groups in Central Africa, notably among the Kongo and Yombe peoples. The term “Nkisi” refers to the spirit or divine force that indwells the item, and the term “fetish” refers to the item itself.

The Nkisi fetish is often a carved object made of wood or stone, decorated with metal studs, beads, fabrics or other materials. It is considered a sacred object that can be used to protect a community or an individual, cure illnesses, aid in divination or justice rituals, or to punish criminals. height 37 cm width 16 cm