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Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Fetish, Congo

Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Fetish, Congo

$877.50

Original: $2,925.00

-70%
Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Fetish, Congo—

$2,925.00

$877.50

The Story

  • Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Figure, Congo #326
  • A carved wooden divination / Magic idol in Janus form with classic facial features, upturned nose and ceremonial cap, well handled surface.
  • Yaka peoples, DRC/ Congo
  • Measurements: 19 inches tall.
  • The Khosi is concerned with cursing and healing, and means “lion” or “ strong”. Northern Yaka khosi are typically double figures joined back to back, with janus-face, torso arms and legs. The sculpture does not exhibit any aggression and with their downcast eyes and tight gestures they belie their fearsome attributes. The Janus-form figure references basic social duality and also signifies an all-seeing capacity and general alertness of the power symbolized.
  • Provenance: Ex. George Ehrlich, NY; Ex. Jaque Hautelet, La Jolla, CA.
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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Fetish, Congo - Image 6

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Fetish, Congo - Image 7

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Description

  • Yaka Janus Khosi Magic Figure, Congo #326
  • A carved wooden divination / Magic idol in Janus form with classic facial features, upturned nose and ceremonial cap, well handled surface.
  • Yaka peoples, DRC/ Congo
  • Measurements: 19 inches tall.
  • The Khosi is concerned with cursing and healing, and means “lion” or “ strong”. Northern Yaka khosi are typically double figures joined back to back, with janus-face, torso arms and legs. The sculpture does not exhibit any aggression and with their downcast eyes and tight gestures they belie their fearsome attributes. The Janus-form figure references basic social duality and also signifies an all-seeing capacity and general alertness of the power symbolized.
  • Provenance: Ex. George Ehrlich, NY; Ex. Jaque Hautelet, La Jolla, CA.

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