Sold2019A Rare Pair of Old Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolsThis is a rare pair of old and field used Ibeji Twin Idols. The Yoruba peoples have one of the highest incidents of twin births in the world. As a result, twins are regarded as extraordinary beings prSee Sold Price
Sold2019Pair of Ibeji Twin Idols Ex~ Harry A Franklin,Sotheby'sThis is a rare pair of old and field used Ibeji Twin Idols. The Yoruba peoples have one of the highest incidents of twin births in the world. As a result, twins are regarded as extraordinary beings prSee Sold Price
Sold2018Old pair of Yoruba Ibeji twin Idols, African Artold carved wooden pair of Ibeji twin idols from the Yoruba of Nigeria, Africa. A primitive and folk style not commonly found.See Sold Price
Sold2019A Fine Old Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolThis is a rare authentic old and field used example of an Ibeji Twin Idol. Carved wood, incised tribal scars, indigo accented coiffure, areas of reddish mineral pigment and areas or decay that suggestSee Sold Price
Sold2017A pair of Yoruba Ibeji twin idols from NigeriaThis is a rare pair of wood sculpture from the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. Featuring a pair of Twin Idols, male and female. Such idols were used in the Twin cult as mediums to the spirit wSee Sold Price
Sold2016Rare pair of Yoruba Ere Ibjei twin idols, African ArtA very finely carved pair of Ibeji twin idols from Nigeria, West Africa.Ibeji are known to the Yoruba as two people who share one soul. If one of the human twins dies, whether as a child or an adult,See Sold Price
Sold2019PAIR OF YORUBA IBEJI TWIN IDOLSA very old and unique looking pair of Ibeji Twin idol fetish sculptures with very well handled and worn heads, and their bodies completely covered in cowrie shells, and other regalia such as bells , sSee Sold Price
Sold2021A Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Male Twin IdolsA carved wooden pair of male twin effigies with deep well handled surface patina and embellished with cowrie shells and old glass beads. These figures, known as ere ibeji and are considered mediums toSee Sold Price
2021A Fine Old Yoruba Ibeji Idol, Ex Evan Maurer CollectionA Fascinating traditional carved wooden idol from the Yoruba peoples, Ijebu area - Ikorodu village (rare type). The Yoruba have one of the highest incidents of twin births in the world. As a result, tSee Sold Price
Sold2023Elegant Old Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolA slender carved wooden male twin idol with deep well handled surface patina, accented with blue pigment, and embellished with glass beads. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The sculpture measures 12 iSee Sold Price
Sold2020A Fine Old Yoruba Ibeji Twin Idol Ex Banks CollectionA Carved wooden idol with deep bold scarification , indigo dyed coiffure as well as bead adornment. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. In Yoruba culture and spirituality, twins are believed to be magicaSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Twin Idols Ex SimmonsA pair of carved wooden Ibeji twin idols with highly stylized facial treatment and exaggerated coiffure and features. The Pair are both well handled and worn, suggesting traditional ritual use. YorubaSee Sold Price
Sold2021A Fine Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolsA very finely carved pair of female twin idols with incised scar designs accented with kaolin clay, inset nails as pupils, dyed coiffure, raised sandals and a obviously well handled and deeply patinatSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolsA carved wooden set of male and female twin idols with strong classic treatment to the faces and form,embellished with indigo pigments and signs of handling. The tallest doll is 9.5 inches tall. YorubSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolsA carved wooden pair of male & female idols shown with traditional regalia, elaborate coiffure, facial scars and a well handled surface patina suggesting age and ritual use. The sculptures measure 13See Sold Price
Sold2017A Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Twin Idols, African ArtA carved wooden set of "Ibeji" style dolls from the Yoruba of Nigeria, West Africa. Incised designs and accented with a blue pigment on top. male and female set measure 12.5 inches tall.See Sold Price
Sold2023A Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolsA Carved wooden set of Ibeji dolls or twin idols in the classic carving style for the Yoruba. This set of female twins has facial scars, decorated coiffure, linear designs, wooden pegs inset in to theSee Sold Price
Sold2018Pair of Yoruba Ibeji twin IdolsA carved wooden pair of Ibeji Twin idols with facial scars and well handled surface patina. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The pair measure 9 inches tall.See Sold Price
Sold2021Dramatic Old Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Idol Ex Evan MaurerA carved wooden idol from the Yoruba peoples known as "Ere Ibeji" or Twin Idol. The mother provides ritual care to such figures, bathing, dressing, adorning, and feeding them. Such daily handling is rSee Sold Price
Sold2021Old Yoruba Ere Ibeji Twin Idol Ex Evan Mauer CollectionA carved wooden female figure from the Yoruba peoples known as "Ere Ibeji" or Twin Idol. The mother of twins provides ritual care to such figures, bathing, dressing, adorning, and feeding them. Such dSee Sold Price
Sold2024A Fine Old Yoruba Ibeji Twin Cult IdolA very fine old carved wooden female twin idol with strong facial treatment and bold form, well handled surface, large bright eyes and accented with indigo pigments. The twin doll is 9.75 inches tall.See Sold Price
Sold2022Yoruba Ibeji Twin IdolsA pair of male and female twin fetish idols known as "Ibeji" which are carved at the death of twins to house their souls and were to be fed and cared for as if the twins were living. The figures measuSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Yoruba Ibeji Twin Idol - Ex Endicott collection, New YorkA very fine Old Yoruba Ibeji twin doll with a deep well handled surface patina and elaborate embellishments such as yellow glass beads, numerous black glass beads and large heavy copper rings. YorubaSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Yoruba Ibeji Twin Idol Ex Nooter CollectionA field used old carved wooden Ibeji twin idol with tall conical coiffure and classic style and form, age-appropriate surface patina wear with spots of minute wood loss. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Oyo sSee Sold Price
4 days LeftHAMMER AUKTIONEN, African, Tribal, Oceanic & Asian ArtA Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures, "ere ibeji"CHFÂ 40(2 bids)
4 days LeftHAMMER AUKTIONEN, African, Tribal, Oceanic & Asian ArtA Yoruba Pair of Twin Figures, "ere ibeji"CHFÂ 5(1 bid)
4 days LeftHAMMER AUKTIONEN, African, Tribal, Oceanic & Asian ArtA Yoruba Twin Figure, "ere ibeji"CHFÂ 5(1 bid)
4 days LeftHAMMER AUKTIONEN, African, Tribal, Oceanic & Asian Art3 Twin Figures, "ere ibeji"CHFÂ 40(2 bids)