Congo N'Kissi Nail Fetish - Wooden Dog Color:Black & Brown The mask features a striking

The mask features a striking dark red face

often used in ceremonies and rituals to honor ancestors

but also a legacy of resilience and cultural exchange

his hands gently resting on a traditional drum

Like most Dogon art

Congo N'Kissi Nail Fetish - Wooden Dog Color:Black & Brown The mask features a strikingN'Kissi Nails Fetish from Congo 19th century This N'kissi Nail Fetish from 19th century Congo, carved in the shape of a dog, is a powerful and spiritually significant artifact from the Kongo people. N'kissi figures, also known as power figures, are deeply embedded in the religious practices of the Kongo culture, and this particular piece is no exception. The choice of a dog as the figure's form adds layers of symbolism, as dogs are often seen as