Art & Rug Auction
Sun, Apr 26, 2026 02:00PM EDT
Lot 15
Nkanu Tribal Fetish Figure
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
This item is a traditional African sculpture, closely resembling a Nkanu statuette from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Type: Tribal fetish or ancestor figure. Features: Distinguishing trance-like eyes and a detailed patina. Material: Carved wood with a fabric or burlap garment. Context: Similar figures, such as those from the Bafum or Vili peoples, were historically used in divinatory or ritual practices. 1’6” x 8in
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