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Songye
nkisi
figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo
11.5" tall x 3" wide
Wood, horn, reptile skin, brass tacks, pigment
SOLD
A small and expressive figure with a nice patina to the wood.
Despite its appearance, I believe this object was made specifically for the collecting market.
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