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NKISHI POWER FIGURE Songye, Lomami Basin, Democratic Republi…
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199
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NKISHI POWER FIGURE Songye, Lomami Basin, Democratic Republi…
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Estimate €200 - €300
Voluntary lot
Description
NKISHI POWER FIGURE
Songye, Lomami Basin, Democratic Republic of Congo
Materials: Wood, horn
Base included (gallery condition).
Provenance: Former collection, Belgium.
Dimensions: H. 11 cm.
This Nkishi figure of power is a powerful illustration of one of Central Africa's most important sculptural traditions.
sculptural traditions of Central Africa. Its fully perforated face once held various magical
magical charges designed to reinforce its protective effectiveness. The frontal stance,
the prominent abdomen - the symbolic seat of spiritual power - and the large feet, firmly
solidly anchored to the ground give the piece a particularly striking presence.
The ancient traces of use and the deep patina bear witness to an object that was truly
ritual sphere. The remarkable synthesis of its geometric volumes and the expressive intensity
expressive intensity, this sculpture embodies all the modernity of Songye aesthetics.
Songye aesthetic. Its formal language, reducing the human figure to its essentials without losing
its evocative power, fascinated the avant-garde artists of the 20thᵉ century, who discovered in it a new
new concept of space, volume and plastic expression.
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About the sale
ARTS OF AFRICA & OCEANIA: Three exceptional family collections
Auction location
Auction time
06/22/2026 at 2:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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