Congo N'kissi Nail Fetish Size:13in X 7in X 17in To preserve its integrity

To preserve its integrity

it is sure to be a conversation starter and a cherished addition to your collection

the placement of a human figure atop a mask signifies the embodiment of ancestral spirits or revered individuals who guide and protect the community

Hand-carved by master artisans

This statue captures the snake in a dynamic

Congo N'kissi Nail Fetish Size:13in X 7in X 17in To preserve its integrityNkissi Nail Fetish from Congo 19th century This Nkissi Nail Fetish from 19th century Congo is a powerful and evocative piece of African spiritual art. Carved from wood, this Nkissi figure, often referred to as a "power figure," is embedded with numerous nails and metal fragments, symbolizing its role as a potent protector and mediator in spiritual matters. The Nkissi is central to the religious practices of the Kongo people, serving as a vessel for