Congolese Bacongo Fetish - Horned Head Masks including prominent eyes and an

including prominent eyes and an open mouth

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Origin: Congo

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Congolese Bacongo Fetish - Horned Head Masks including prominent eyes and anBacongo Fetish from Congo (19th Century) This 19th century Bacongo fetish figure from the Congo is a compelling example of nkisi, a significant phenomenon in Congo sculpture. Nkisi, meaning "medicine," encompasses various spiritual objects believed to possess powerful forces. There are two primary types of nkisi: public and private, both serving as vital sources of empowerment for rural communities and individuals outside the court. The Bacongo people