African art and fascinating magical sculptures of the Songye. Masterfully processed variant of the African figure songye nkishi (pl. mankishi), charged with bishimba, ritual ingredients here lodged in the horn. The neck stretched towards the protrusion of the abdomen where the fan-shaped fingers rest on either side, the subject has pyriform legs. The flat and digitized feet rest on a pedestal. Semi-matte black patina lightening towards the base. Cracks, desiccation crack. These protection fetishes intended for homes are among the most popular in Africa. The Nkisi plays the role of mediator between gods and men. Large examples are the collective property of an entire village, smaller figures belong to an individual or a family. In the 16th century, the Songyes migrated from the Shaba region to settle on the left bank of the Lualaba. Their society is organized in a patriarchal way. Their history is inseparable from that of the Luba to whom they are related through common ancestors.
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