FINE ART AND ANTIQUE ESTATE AUCTION 120
от Antique Arena Inc
16.9.23
140 58th St. Building B, Unit 5G Brooklyn, NY 11220, Соединенные Штаты
A large collection of antique items combined from several NYC estates. Fine art, photographs, documents, military memorabilia, art glass, porcelain, decorative antiques, and more...
Аукцион закончен

ЛОТ 312:

CENTRAL AFRICAN CONGO BAKONGO PEOPLE NAIL FETISH

Продан за: $175
Стартовая цена:
$ 50
Эстимейт :
$100 - $150
Комиссия аукционного дома: 28% Далее
Аукцион проходил 16.9.23 в Antique Arena Inc
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CENTRAL AFRICAN CONGO BAKONGO PEOPLE NAIL FETISH

A Central African Nail Fetish from the Bakongo people of the Congo region. This object holds deep cultural and spiritual significance within the context of Bakongo religious beliefs.Nail Fetishes, also known as Nkisi Nkondi, are ritual objects that play a role in Bakongo traditional practices. They are adorned with nails or metal elements driven into the surface, symbolizing prayers, agreements, or curses. These objects are believed to possess spiritual power and serve as intermediaries between the physical and spiritual realms. Provenance: Private collection, New Jersey. African Tribal Ritual Artifacts For Collectors.

Dimensions: Height 19 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.


Condition: Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.