While we went to a trip to the Metropolitan museum of art this May 6, 2017, This one is one of the statue that I found interesting too, it’s the Kongo Power that , this statue were the creations of sculptors who contributed the figurative receptacle and ritual specialist responsible for its consecration with customized sacra. This work is among the most monumental examples thats served to invoke the preeminent force of jurisprudence, known as Mangaaka. Mangaaka was designed to inspire awe and respect for local authority and rule of law.

The figure’s posture and gesture, leaning forward with hands placed akimbo its hips. was seen as the assertive attitude of one who challenges fearlessly, It’s crowing element is the distinctive mpu headdress worm by chiefs or priests. The power pack in the stomach was deliberately emptied by its original owners in order to disempower or desacralize the work before it left the community. When in use, this figure featured a beard composed of plant matter affixed with metal around the perimeter of the chin and  a raffia skirt that extended to the feet.  The accumulation of metal addictions to the surfaces reflects this work’s use during myriad consultations.