Yombe Tribe~ no reserve Magical power figure Start Price USD 3,000.00 Current Price USD 3,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, July 14, 2008 End Time Monday, July 21, 2008 Location Redding, California See more about 'Yombe Tribe~ no reserve' Description Yombe Tribal Magical Power Figure   Rare old, "Nkisi Nkondi" fetish of the Yombe people who live in the lower reaches of the Congo River  drainage basin. The fetish is carved by a sculpturer, who then passed it to a "Nganga" (ritual expert) who instilled the magical spirit within the carving. After the figure was brought to life  it could grant anything to the person who drove iron into its body activating the magical power. It has the ability to will the completing of  a vow or promise made before it. This item measures 10" tall on a 4" base. total is 14" tall The base is 4  1/2"  x  4 1/2" This item is handled with great care as the blades in the body are still sharp It does show age but that is to be expected. As you can see in the pictures the right arm is missing. If you have any questions please do ask. I am here to help and answer anythign I can.   Bought years ago to add to a family collection it is now being offered to you. I will be adding many more African artifacts so please check back and check my store for more items.   I ship world wide and you pay the shipping. I suggest insurnace as I can not be responsible once all items leave my hands. I pack to insure the items get to you in the same condition they are represented as. I ship with great care and leave feedback after the item arrives and you have left feedback. Local  pick up is acceptable in Redding, California Place a Bid!