The Tetela and the Songye are closely related groups who make figures for personal religious rituals. Carving styles and materials for these figures are as diverse as their individual functions. A figure may be used to cure illness, bring wealth, or ensure good hunting. This figure includes fur wrapped tightly around its body and a horn from an antelope projecting from its head.
Catalogue Description:
Human figure completely covered except for head. Body fully enveloped with fur, hide and bound in rope. Head has conical headdress.
