Power figure (nkisi)
Power figure (nkisi) by artist unknown. A sculpture of a standing figure with a large head and a rounded body. The figure has a large head with a high rounded top and a face with white circular eyes and a small nose and mouth. The body is wrapped in a burlap-like material. The figure has two wooden sticks on either side of the body. The figure's arms are covered and hands are not visible, and the legs are visible with toes sculpted at the end. The figure stands on a circular base. The figure appears to be made of wood and has a dark brown patina.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 671 × 893 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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