Congo N'kissi Nail Fetish Size:13in X 7in X 17in " who would care for

" who would care for the figure and guide its use in communal rituals

expertly fashioned from cloth to create a stylized feminine form

The stool’s dark

The figure itself is intricately carved

Her posture is graceful

Congo N'kissi Nail Fetish Size:13in X 7in X 17in " who would care forNkissi 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