20th C. African Ibeji Wood Female Figure, ex-Arnovick
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West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A female Ere Ibeji figure, hand carved to represent the female member of a pair deceased twins, adorned with incised markings representing scarification and other bodily details. According to the Yoruba, twin effigies are believed to influence the daily lives of family members. As such, they are traditionally honored with prayers and libations. Custom , block stand. Size: figure itself measures 9.25" H (23.5 cm); 10.75" (27.3 cm) on stand.
For context, an Ibeji is an orisha, a holy spirit in the Yoruba religion. Twins are thought to possess magical properties in the Yoruba culture, and are protected by the sacred deity Shango. When a twin passes away, this is believed to bring on bad luck for the parents, families and connected communities.
Provenance: Ex Peter Arnovick Collection, Los Altos CA
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#112180
West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A female Ere Ibeji figure, hand carved to represent the female member of a pair deceased twins, adorned with incised markings representing scarification and other bodily details. According to the Yoruba, twin effigies are believed to influence the daily lives of family members. As such, they are traditionally honored with prayers and libations. Custom , block stand. Size: figure itself measures 9.25" H (23.5 cm); 10.75" (27.3 cm) on stand.
For context, an Ibeji is an orisha, a holy spirit in the Yoruba religion. Twins are thought to possess magical properties in the Yoruba culture, and are protected by the sacred deity Shango. When a twin passes away, this is believed to bring on bad luck for the parents, families and connected communities.
Provenance: Ex Peter Arnovick Collection, Los Altos CA
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#112180
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Some stable fissures as shown. Nice patina.
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20th C. African Ibeji Wood Female Figure, ex-Arnovick
Estimate $500 - $750
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