National Museum of African Art
Astonishment and Power: Kongo Minkisi and the Art of Renee Stout
April 28, 1993 – January 2, 1994
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On view are carved objects from natural and handmade components used by ritual specialists to change people's lives. The Kongo word minkisi refers to "things that do things." Also included are works by African-American artist Renee Stout.
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