BATEKE male African Fetish Power figure, TRIBAL ART, D.R. Congo

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BATEKE male African Fetish Power figure, TRIBAL ART, D.R. Congo:
$295.00

Fetishes were protective figures used by individuals, families, or whole communities. They were used to destroy or weaken evil spirits, prevent or cure illnesses, repel bad deeds, solemnize contracts or oath-taking, and decide arguments. A diviner or holy person would activate the statue, using magical substances. Fetishes gained power and were effective because people believed in them.
These figures were individually owned and servedto protect or heal. Facial scarification patterns are identical to thoseof Bateke men. The figures would gain special power by the addition of organicmaterial (Bonga), placed in a cavity in the body. Many have extra naturalobjects attached to the figure for an increase in power. In this case the statue has feathers, wooden sticks, metal, fabric ans little bags with magical substance attached to the body.Good condition, but this statue shows some usual wear and tear, see pictures.
Height: 15.35 inch, 39 cm
Width: 8.27 inch, 21 cm
Depth: 4.72 inch, 12 cmApproximate Age: Mid 20th century.Overall Condition, Good with traces of use. Please have a good look at the pictures.Secured shipping with Track and Trace.Commbined shipping possible, please ask for rates.