Yombe Guardian Mediator Figure, Congo #832 May's Birthstone These sorts of objects can

These sorts of objects can be found in many African Ethnic Groups

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Yombe Guardian Mediator Figure, Congo #832 May's Birthstone These sorts of objects canYombe Seated Figure, Congo #832 This superb example of Kongo related sculpture shows the emphasis given to the head and detailed body. Measurements: 501716 cm Condition: Good condition with traces of tribal use and a beautiful aged patina. Nkisi, also referred to as nkishi (pl. minkisi mankishi zinkisi) is the general name for an object (wooden figures, clay pots, gourds or bundles) containing an empowering spirit(s). An object only becomes an nkisi