Ibedji - Yoruba / Yorouba - DR Congo
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Selected by Julien Gauthier
With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.
Estimate € 1,500 - € 1,700
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Description from the seller
Nigeria
Yoruba / Yoruba
Wood, beads, and a metal bracelet.
Height: 255mm + 260mm + base 55mm.
Width: 70mm+70mm
Length: 70mm + 65mm
Weight: 545g + 495g
Million Sale 04/05/2023, lot 42
Delivered with the authenticity certificate from the expert firm 'Origine Expert'.
Pair of Ibedji twin fetishes from the Yoruba ethnicity of Nigeria.
Yoruba Ibedji pair from Nigeria presented nude, standing on a circular pedestal, with a headdress outlined by a concentric crown and arranged with several braids and buns directed towards the sky. Made of wood, with an old honey-colored patina, metal, and trade beads.
The Yorouba live between Nigeria and Benin, in a region covered by forest and savannah. The slave trade significantly affected the Yorouba population and contributed to the dissemination of their rites and beliefs. There were four times as many twin births among the Yorouba as in the rest of the world.
There were four times more twin births among the Yorouba than in the rest of the world.
These fetishes represent deceased twins, venerated through libations and prayers, which influence the daily lives of families.
Fast and secure shipping.
Parcels are shipped from Monday to Saturday with insurance and a tracking number.
Delivery in France within 1 to 3 days via Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across Europe.
Worldwide shipping with Colissimo International.
We speak English.
Seller's Story
Passionate about the Arts of the World and more particularly by African Art, buys from collectors, former civil servants, soldiers, health personnel, public works personnel who have worked in Africa and also in Ivory Coast with antique dealers and touts who travel all over West Africa to find quality objects.
Translated by Google TranslateNigeria
Yoruba / Yoruba
Wood, beads, and a metal bracelet.
Height: 255mm + 260mm + base 55mm.
Width: 70mm+70mm
Length: 70mm + 65mm
Weight: 545g + 495g
Million Sale 04/05/2023, lot 42
Delivered with the authenticity certificate from the expert firm 'Origine Expert'.
Pair of Ibedji twin fetishes from the Yoruba ethnicity of Nigeria.
Yoruba Ibedji pair from Nigeria presented nude, standing on a circular pedestal, with a headdress outlined by a concentric crown and arranged with several braids and buns directed towards the sky. Made of wood, with an old honey-colored patina, metal, and trade beads.
The Yorouba live between Nigeria and Benin, in a region covered by forest and savannah. The slave trade significantly affected the Yorouba population and contributed to the dissemination of their rites and beliefs. There were four times as many twin births among the Yorouba as in the rest of the world.
There were four times more twin births among the Yorouba than in the rest of the world.
These fetishes represent deceased twins, venerated through libations and prayers, which influence the daily lives of families.
Fast and secure shipping.
Parcels are shipped from Monday to Saturday with insurance and a tracking number.
Delivery in France within 1 to 3 days via Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across Europe.
Worldwide shipping with Colissimo International.
We speak English.
Seller's Story
Passionate about the Arts of the World and more particularly by African Art, buys from collectors, former civil servants, soldiers, health personnel, public works personnel who have worked in Africa and also in Ivory Coast with antique dealers and touts who travel all over West Africa to find quality objects.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Indigenous object name
Ibedji
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba / Yorouba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood / Pearls / Metal
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
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