Yombe / Kongo Nkisi Power Warrior Figure, Congo #178

Yombe / Kongo Nkisi Power Warrior Figure, Congo #178  Condition: Excellent. The fetish has a good aged patina with eyes from glass. Good condition with traces of wear and Ritual Use. Period: 2nd half 20th Century Measurements: 26×9×9cm; 10" x 3.5" x 3.5" Additional Information: The Vili , the Lâri, the Sûndi, the Woyo, the Bembé, the Bwende, the Yombé, and the Kôngo formed the Kôngo group, led by the King Ntotela . Their kingdom reached its peak in the 16th Century with the ivory and copper trade and the slave trade. With the same Beliefs and Traditions, they produced Statuary with codified gestures related to their worldview. The Kakongo are composed of Bakongo Peoples from the left bank of the Zaire River. Sorcerers and Nganga, both Healers, were in charge of Religious Activities and Mediation towards the God called Nzambi through Consecrated Figures. To this end, Individual Protective Figures called Nkisis, to protect against witchcraft and various plagues, are made and loaded